" aria-level="2">Position DescriptionCapital Project Inspector I (5KS.24)Location FORT RILEY, KS (FRUS)Job Code 5KS.24Pay range $21.45/hr - $34.40/hrApply Now (https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=ASWC&cws=52&rid=1953) Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services that include operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing, and constructing new systems on military installations throughout the United States. The installations where we presently operate are home to nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families. We proudly deliver these vital services to military installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas (including southeastern New Mexico), Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts. Serving those who serve® United States Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, and Military Spouses encouraged to apply. ACCOUNTABILITY: The Capital Project Inspector I may be asked by contractors for interpretations or variances not consistent with Company Standards; as such, this individual must meet all requirements on the Company’s Code of Conduct, including consistently promoting a professional image of the Company at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures that all assigned construction projects are completed in accordance with the Construction Issued Plans, Specifications, Special Provisions, Standard Construction Drawings, and Approved Material List
Assists with ensuring that assigned construction projects are properly inspected, including adherence with safe working practices and referencing OSHA and Installation Design Guide (IDG)
Ensures the construction activities are in compliance with project permit requirements
Prepares Daily Inspection Reports for each assigned project. As applicable, prepares project field reports and end of project Sub-contractor Performance Assessment Reports (SPARS) for supervisory review
Updates daily progress on working set of construction drawings (as-builts) for each assigned project
Prepares recommendations to supervisor for project scope changes that will result in a cost and/or schedule impact
Assists as requested with completing “field checks” on preliminary plans to ensure accuracy and completeness of design
Assists in verification of quantities installed per pay application submitted by the Contractor
Documents project pre-construction site conditions, including video or photo logs, as part of preliminary process or as directed by supervisor prior to start of construction
Under direct supervision, performs construction punch list inspections with subcontractors
Interfaces with base personnel on safety matters, questions and/or comments. Inform supervisor of any concerns that base personnel have and document in Daily Inspection Reports
Promotes goodwill in all dealings with company affiliates, developers, contractors, vendors, local governmental agencies, and the public-at-large
Reviews project Risk Management reports, providing input and ensure field adherence with completed reports
Performs other duties as assigned
Ensure that all assigned project construction is correctly installed per applicable state and federal environmental regulations; project sites are compliant with OSHA standards and the ASUS Health and Safety Plan, and risks mitigated to prevent non-compliance with either
Works under direct supervision
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of water distribution and/or wastewater collection installation or related construction work or inspection strongly preferred
Must obtain entry-level water distribution and waste water collections certifications for the state where employed or certified inspection certification to be approved by hiring Manager (i.e. APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector) within first year of employment
Must be OSHA 30 hour construction qualified at time of hire or complete the course within six (6) months of hire. Continuous education requirements in either environmental and/or safety outside of ASUS required annual refreshers of 8 hours per year
Must complete all required competent person training within first six months of employment
Must be able to read and identify construction symbols and edit plans
Must possess the demonstrated analytical ability to determine change in scope of work from original scope of work
Knowledge of principles and techniques of report writing style and format
Ability to speak, understand, read and write English; grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation required
Proficient in the use of computerized office equipment and programs (e.g. MS Office, , MS Windows, Adobe products) required
Must possess and demonstrate knowledge of basic mathematics as required for validation of installed materials and related construction activities
Must possess a working knowledge of applicable safety best management practices as required for water and wastewater construction projects and activities
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License issued by the state where employed
Must take and pass Federal OSHA and/or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position. Such training will be provided by company and compliance is mandatory
Must take respirator FIT testing, compliance is mandatory
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS MAY INCLUDE:
Work in Confined Spaces
Work in areas exposed to noise and chemicals
Work in extreme weather conditions
Lift and carry loads up to 50 lbs
Climb inspection ladders and perform work up to the limits of elevated water storage tanks
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching handling, grasping, fine dexterity, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision including color determination, hearing, foot & hand controls
BENEFITS
Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.
The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.