Field Inspector Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Overview

The Quality Coordinator / Inspector supports the project’s Quality Control program by performing daily field inspections, coordinating testing activities, and ensuring that civil and underground utility work meets project specifications and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with the BU Manager of Quality and Site Quality Control Manager, field crews, and subcontractors to verify that installation and materials comply with approved standards. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Perform daily field inspections of civil and underground utility work, including trenching, pipe installation, bedding, and backfill
• Verify compliance with project plans, specifications, and applicable codes
• Coordinate and monitor required testing (e.g., soil compaction, pressure testing, leakage testing, mandrel testing)
• Document inspection results, maintain daily reports, and track quality records
• Assist in managing inspection schedules with third-party testing agencies
• Identify and report non-conforming work and support corrective actions
• Verify materials delivered to the site meet approved submittals and specifications
• Maintain inspection logs, checklists, and photo documentation
• Support preparation of punch lists and project closeout documentation
• Communicate quality-related issues to supervisors and project teams
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
• Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
• Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
• Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
• Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.

 Mental:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
• Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.