Description
WSP is seeking a High Voltage Transmission Line Inspector for their Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector based in North Platte, Nebraska. This role may involve remote work from any mutually acceptable location and requires up to 100% travel.
The successful candidate will provide inspection support to engineers and project managers to ensure construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements. Key responsibilities include:
- Performing field inspections on construction projects of moderate scale and complexity
- Examining and evaluating the placement of concrete, installation of underground pipelines, earthwork, and electrical installations
- Generating accurate documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project
- Ensuring that responsibilities are delivered to a level of quality that meets or exceeds industry standards
The ideal candidate will have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline preferred
- At least 9 years of relevant post-education experience in a discipline with prior construction inspection experience
- Computer skills, including proficiency in Word and Excel
- Essential professional licensure/certification(s) and a valid state driver's license
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and communicate effectively
The role involves working in extreme weather conditions, wearing company-provided PPE, lifting heavy loads, and walking on rough terrain. The ability to travel for extended periods, sometimes up to 6 weeks at a time, is also required.
In terms of compensation and benefits, specific details are not provided.
The working conditions include:
- Working up to 12 hour days, 5 to 6 days a week if project requires
- Traveling and staying for a minimum of 6 weeks at a time for a project
- Working in extreme weather conditions for up to 12 hours a day
- Wearing company-provided PPE for the entire shift while onsite
- Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs or more at any given time throughout the day
- Walking on average 3 to 5 miles per day across rough terrain and/or unlevel surfaces