Compaction Inspector
Location: Laurel
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
COMPACTION INSPECTOR POSITION SUMMARY: Compaction Inspector: All
Compaction Inspectors shall have a minimum of two (2) years
experience performing nuclear density compaction tests (ASTM –
D6938-15) as a certified compaction technician. Compaction
Inspector: Shall possess a valid “American Portable Nuclear Gage
Association” (APNGA) certification for safety and operation or an
equivalent certification as deemed acceptable by the WSSC Project
Manager A Compaction Inspector is responsible for providing
compaction testing services in coordination with the WSSC Pipeline
Construction Division Contract Managers. Testing will be performed
on various WSSC projects as designated by the WSSC Contract
manager. Inspectors are expected to perform ten or more compaction
tests per day and to be familiar with all commonly accepted
geotechnical practices pertaining to such. Compaction inspectors
will be available 24 hours per day 7 days per week to respond to
emergencies as necessary. Weekend and evening overtime is also a
required part of this position. The WSSC Compaction Inspector is
responsible for ensuring full compliance with WSSC, SHA, County,
and local municipality’s specifications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -
Inspects compaction and trench backfilling - Validates third party
geotechnical inspections - Observes compaction work in process -
Coordinates restoration work with contractors and local authorities
- Complete Daily Inspection Reports, Timesheets and Mileage reports
in a timely manner OTHER FUNCTIONS: - Provide training to new
inspectors - Assist the Pipeline Construction Division Contract
Managers as needed - Attend staff meetings as scheduled - Obtain
required certifications and training as prescribed REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Practical knowledge of paving
and landscaping restoration - Knowledge of soil compaction methods
and testing - Knowledge of environmental regulations, including
sediment and erosion control - Ability to interpret and understand
WSSC, SHA, County and other municipality specifications and
standards - Knowledge or basic mathematics - Work outdoors in
inclement weather and possess the ability to lift objects that
weigh up to 50 lbs. - Communicates effectively orally and in
writing and able to work in a team environment - Basic knowledge of
computer programs, including but not limited to Word, Excel and
Office Outlook - Must fluently communicate in English, both orally
and in writing DocuSign Envelope ID:
C1C5A452-6E56-498C-A4C1-2EE8558F4089 In Process MINIMUM EDUCATION
AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - High school diploma or equivalent
and two years experience with compaction testing operations or
inspections or three years progressively responsible experience in
maintenance, construction or subprofessional engineering work -
Compaction inspections shall have inspected six pipeline
construction projects in the past two years ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS: - Nuke Gauge Certification - Active - Successfully
pass the Commission’s security background check PREFERENCES: -
Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel - Experience using
eBuilder - Experience as a geotechnician - ACI or WACEL or NICET
certifications - Erosion and Sediment Control certification - MDOT
Certified Flagger/Traffic Control Inspector
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