ICC Special Inspector

Job Description

Kleinfelder is seeking a qualified, responsible candidate for the position of ICC-Certified Special Inspector to perform inspection and testing duties on a variety of projects within the Las Vegas, Nevada metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations and material sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, and roadways.
• Perform testing on construction materials including soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, and paving.
• Write daily field reports documenting work performed by contractors and indicating compliance/non‑compliance with contract documents.
• Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc. for strength verification.
• Provide daily phone calls to Project Managers to inform them of daily progress of the project.
• Pickup construction material samples and deliver to laboratory; deliver equipment to site technicians.
• Implement the Client’s Project Management Plan, KLF’s Quality Management Plan, contract documents, and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Mentor and support the Owner’s team within the scope of work, leading effective cross‑functional communication.

Qualifications

• 0‑3 years of experience in the construction industry as a technician or inspector.
• Radiation Safety training for operation of nuclear density gauge with soil density testing experience.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1.
• ICC Reinforced Concrete certification.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
• Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in preparing clear and accurate detailed reports of testing and inspection activities and maintaining work activity records.
• Attention to detail, quality and safety.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Desired Certifications

• Additional ICC Special Inspector Certifications (Soils, Spray‑applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel and Bolting, Structural Welding).
• CCBD Approvals.

Physical Requirements

• Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively; lift over 50 pounds using handling equipment.
• Operate equipment as necessary (ultrasonic nondestructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.).
• Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces.
• Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; HSA & FSA.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.).
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Application Process

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules).