Apprentice Inspector Jobs in Oxnard, CA (NOW HIRING)

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Summary

The Installer is responsible for the precise installation of solid surface products while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This role ensures that installations are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and procedures. The Installer is also accountable for maintaining a clean and organized work environment, using sound judgment on-site, and supporting the development of apprentice installers through training and mentorship.

Essential Responsibilities

Installation & Quality Execution

• Perform accurate and detailed installation of flooring, cabinetry, and solid surface products in accordance with company standards and project specifications.
• Review and understand all job paperwork and installation instructions prior to beginning each project.
• Utilize proper tools and techniques to ensure precise measurements, alignments, and finishes.
• Thoroughly assess and clean the work area upon job completion, inspecting for trade damage or defects before leaving the site.

Team Leadership & Training

• Train, guide, and monitor apprentice installers, ensuring they understand and follow company installation standards, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the field installation team.
• Provide constructive feedback to apprentices and collaborate with leadership to address training needs.

Communication & Coordination

• Maintain regular communication with the Operations Manager and/or Scheduling Team to provide job status updates and report potential issues before, during, and after installations.
• Collaborate with other trades and internal departments to ensure seamless workflow and successful project execution.
• Escalate site challenges, material discrepancies, or customer concerns to management promptly.

Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance

• Maintain responsibility for company installation tools and equipment, ensuring proper use, storage, and upkeep.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain company vehicles used for transportation of materials or personnel, ensuring safety and cleanliness standards are upheld.

Time Management & Decision-Making

• Use effective time management skills to complete jobs efficiently and within designated timelines.
• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills, evaluating costs and benefits of potential actions and consulting management when necessary.
• Assess personal and team performance regularly, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions when needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety standards and ensure work practices meet company and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training and skill development programs as required.
• Perform other field duties as assigned by management.

Education & Experience

Required

• Experience in construction or installation, including flooring, cabinetry, and countertops.
• Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Strong understanding of installation techniques, materials, and tools relevant to flooring and surface products.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities with attention to detail and professionalism.

Preferred

• Prior experience mentoring or training apprentice installers.
• Familiarity with installation scheduling systems or job tracking tools.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in reading blueprints, layout plans, and installation documentation.
• Leadership: Ability to guide and support less experienced installers while maintaining project efficiency.
• Safety Awareness: Commitment to maintaining safe work practices and compliance with safety policies.
• Customer Focus: Professional and courteous in all interactions with clients and team members.
• Adaptability: Capable of adjusting to changing priorities, schedules, and site conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods (8+ hours per day).
• Minor lifting and carrying of materials and tools as required.
• Must be able to work in various environments, including active construction job sites.

Pay rate: $25-$33/hour plus benefits

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, individual with disabilities, veteran status, gender identity or national origin.