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Utility Inspector – PART TIME AND SEASONAL

About ENTRUST Solutions Group
ENTRUST Solutions Group is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm providing innovative solutions to electric, gas, and telecommunications utilities nationwide. We support projects across the full lifecycle with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.

Position Overview
ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Utility Inspector to support underground gas utility projects. This role is responsible for performing field inspections related to new business construction, including pre‑construction, in‑process, and post‑installation inspections of trenching, conduit, and associated facilities.

This position requires strong field judgment, the ability to coordinate directly with utility customers and contractors, and the flexibility to respond quickly to short‑notice inspection requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with utility customers and/or customer contractors to coordinate and schedule pre‑ and post‑construction inspections
• Capable of inspecting all facets of ECDA digs and assessments including excavation, direct examination, coating and backfilling.
• Understanding the ECDA process and the associated testing/ reporting.
• Respond to inspection requests with as little as two (2) business days’ notice, recognizing the safety and constructability concerns associated with open trenches
• Verify installations comply with Electric and Gas Company Standards, project‑specific drawings, and specifications
• Work independently in the field while maintaining clear communication with utility supervisors and engineering staff

Documentation and reporting

• Complete an inspection report for each site visit, including a checklist of items reviewed and supporting photographs
• Maintain a running deficiency tracking log and distribute updates weekly to engineering staff
• Tracking logs will include, at a minimum: project name, work order, inspection date, inspector, deficiency noted, engineer name, and status
• Notify the utility supervisor directly via phone or email when deficiencies are identified in the field

Training

• The utility will not provide specific training for this scope of work
• Inspectors are expected to have the experience and knowledge necessary to perform inspections independently

Minimum requirements

• Prior experience inspecting gas utility construction, particularly trenching and conduit installations
• Working knowledge of gas utility construction standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to respond to short‑notice inspection requests
• Ability to work independently in outdoor field environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway to impactful and fulfilling work. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

• Exciting Opportunities: Work on projects that shape the future of the pipeline industry and make a real impact.
• Growth-Oriented Environment: Advance your career with professional development programs and clear pathways to success.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse and supportive team that values your unique skills and perspectives.

Not quite right for you? For a full listing of all our openings, please visit us at: Careers | ENTRUST Solutions Group

Who We Are:

ENTRUST Solutions Group, an ENR Top 100 company, is a community of people, 3,000+ strong, who are committed to our clients and each other. We provide comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, and automation services to gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies.

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST Solutions Group does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group.

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