Special Inspector (Concrete)

Raba Kistner, Inc. is a premier Engineering Consulting and Program Management firm. Our purpose is to build a better and more sustainable world for our employees, their families, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our Core Values are:

• Community "We care for our communities"
• Integrity "We act with integrity"
• Passion "We infuse passion into everything we do"
• Quality "We believe quality comes from a culture of innovation and continuous improvement"
• Growth "We dedicate ourselves to personal and business growth"

Raba Kistner is seeking a Special Inspector to join our Consultants team in either Austin, TX. The Special Inspector is responsible conducting construction inspections and may perform field testing on an as-needed basis. Responsibilities include:

• Perform construction observations and special inspections for projects as assigned:
  • Concrete pre-placement formwork and reinforcing steel inspections, concrete placement inspections, and related field testing, as needed.
  • Soils (select fills, subgrade, etc.) observations and testing (moisture/density testing, rolling pattern, proof rolling observation, sampling, etc.) as needed, and drilled-pier inspections.
  • Precast construction inspections and related field testing, as needed.
  • Masonry construction inspections and related field testing, as needed, including fresh grout and mortar testing and preparation of test specimens.
  • Fireproofing and firestopping inspections.
• Perform assigned testing in accordance with established procedures and specifications, including proper documentation of testing results. These methods include ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, US Army Corps of Engineers, etc.
• Complete paperwork within one (1) working days of completion of inspection.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment, including documentation of such calibration.
  • Properly document hours worked and assist in client billing efforts.
• Maintain company paid training (internal and external) and certifications to include regular review of pertinent testing methods.
• Represent the company in a professional manner through face-to-face, verbal and written communication. This includes communication with clients, coworkers, project managers and others. You will represent our company and professional engineers on construction sites.
• Use equipment in a safe manner to include company vehicles and understanding, adhering and participating in the Raba Kistner Health and Safety Program.
• Perform other legal and moral duties as assigned by Direct Report, including but not limited to, laboratory testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must hold a current ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector or ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector Certification.
• ACI Field Grade 1 certification.
• Shall possess a valid driver’s license within the applicable jurisdiction and meet firm’s auto insurability requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction Materials Laboratory experience.
• ICC Prestressed Special Inspector, ICC Soils Special Inspector, ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector, ICC Commercial Building Inspector, ICC Certified Building Inspector, ICC Spray- Applied Fireproofing Special Inspector, IFC Firestop Special Inspector, or other industry approved standard special inspector certifications are preferred.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to read and understand instructions, labels, reports, etc. Good oral and written communication skills including the ability to write short correspondences, notes, letters and memos. Must be safety minded and willing to put safety first in performing all duties.

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, frequently required to stoop, kneel crouch or crawl, regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, and talk. Continuously required to use hands and reach. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, focus vision, depth vision. Work environment includes potential exposure to movement of heavy equipment on construction or roadway sites; potential exposure to hazardous dangerous chemicals and solvents, noise, dust, fumes, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy, and vibration; all of which would require the employee to implement and follow proper safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment. Regular use of non-complex machines and equipment and hand tools such as sledgehammers, shovels and picks. Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions.

This position may require protracted or irregular hours. Flexibility to work irregular hours is necessary due to client needs.

EOE/Disabled/Veteran
Drug Free Workplace

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