Special Inspector - Construction Materials Testing - Professional Service Industries Inc

$1,000 SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Special Inspector to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

What are we looking for?

The Special Inspector is responsible for performing field inspections and construction materials testing as needed to ensure conformance with construction plans and specifications. The inspector is also responsible for preparing inspection daily reports and testing data sheets.

About the Intertek-PSI Team

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client's new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Job Title: Special Inspector - Construction

Location: Columbia, SC

When working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off and paid holidays.

What you'll do:

• Performs a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and inspection duties under general supervision.
• Operates testing equipment and conducts testing, (example: Soil, concrete, or other) and provides an assessment of data through reporting
• Works utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams
• Uses specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks
• Reads and Interprets Plans and Specifications
• Maintains and calibrates standard equipment
• Performs complex assignments
• Attends project meetings
• Makes detailed observations and gives the interpretation of results
• Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results
• Operates a calculator to calculate mathematical test results
• Communicates effectively with client and project teams
• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

• 5+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience is required
• ACI Concrete I Certification required
• APNGA Nuclear Gauge Safety Class Certification required
  One or more of the following ICC Certifications required, with the associated SCLLR License:
  • ICC Reinforcing Steel inspector
  • ICC Reinforced Concrete Masonry Inspector
  • ICC Soil Inspector
  • PTI Certified Post-Tension Inspector Level 1 & 2
• External (or task related) certifications may be required based on region and state.
• Must have Basic Math, Calculator and Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication
• Must be able to read and understand work plans
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record (required)
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds if needed. Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Ability to climb occasionally

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client's new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Intertek's Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all.

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world's leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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* Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.