Distribution Utility Inspector at WSB & Associates, Inc. dba WSB – Bloomington, Indiana

Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Distribution Utility Inspector to add to our growing team. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do:

• Locate and flag utilities: Gas
• Navigate to multiple locations daily
• The ability to pass the Operator Qualification modules and other training requirements in a timely fashion.
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• Enforce strict adherence to required terms & conditions as they relate to the safety and construction of utilities, adherence to approved plans, specifications and restoration methods.
• Paid training will be provided to ensure projects and client specific deliverables are met.
• All aspects of the job are to be performed with an emphasis on safety.
• Build and maintain a working knowledge of federal, local, and company compliances.
• Field observation including verifying and documenting federal, local, and company compliance.
• Complete inspection reports daily. All documentation is completed electronically on a company provided iPad including Daily Reports, Pictures, Schedules, Time, and Expenses.
• Work with detailed plans and procedures, tracking quantities and material; verifying the accuracy of mapping and as-built documentation.
• Inspection of installation of natural gas pipeline activities including Excavation, installation, and backfill/restoration.
• Construction observation includes all aspects of installation, from damage prevention to potholing and installation to restoration.
• Required to work onsite with contractors as a representative of the facility owner (third party inspection).
• Excellent communication skills and prefer a background in utility construction or associated fields.
• Typical work hours range from 40 to 60 hours per week, 5-6 days per week. There are no limits to your growth and how you can progress with your career at WSB.
• Travel may be required for up to 50% of the time.
• Must be less than 50 miles.

What you will bring:

• 1-3 years experience performing utility locates
• Experience locating gas
• Ability to perform quality, accurate locates
• Fluency in Ticket Management Systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of local 811 processes/laws
• Excavation
• Operator Qualifications
• Natural gas/CFR 192
• Stop Work Responsibility
• Damage Prevention
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to perform work at multiple sites
• Assertive, clear communicator
• Familiar with locate documentation requirements, including informative photos
• You must be comfortable working in all weather conditions. Due to the physical nature of the work, Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Who We Are:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.