Compaction Inspector

Location: Laurel
Posted on: June 23, 2025

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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