Senior Inspector, Construction & QA

Job Summary

Inspect installation of both overhead/underground distribution facilities to ensure quality and compliance with Company standards and procedures, and compliance with various governmental agency requirements. Reports to Distribution Project Management Supervisor and performs duties in compliance with company and department procedures.

Essential Functions

• Field check work in connection with construction of the distribution system associated with URD, DDP, Lighting and Road Widening/Major Relocation Projects.
• Inspect new construction and assure that all work is performed in accordance with Company standards, procedures, and safe work practices and in compliance with government regulations.
• Field check street repairs and other restoration work resulting from project work for quality.
• Visit job sites to assure that the construction work is being performed according to plans, to discuss any problems that may occur and to check the quality and quantity of work being performed by our employees and contractor(s).
• Communicating with Quality Assurance Coordinator and Contractors to maintain good relations to assure satisfaction with construction progress.
• Counsel with supervisor and management on all pertinent matters related to construction
• Field check proposed job sites to coordinate activities with city, county or state improvement projects, other utilities, and customers to avoid conflicts.
• Remain current with new practices, new tools or equipment, new materials, and new techniques by attending operational meetings and reading various publications.
• Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures, and take all required training courses.
• Must Demonstrate respect for all Individuals and adhere to the Company's values and business practices.
• Able to effectively work through Quality Assurance database by scheduling and documenting timely inspections of projects.

Education Description

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with demonstrated knowledge of Reading, Math and Grammar.
• Successful completion of Apprentice Training Program for electrical distribution skill area. Other electric distribution field or contractor services experience may be considered.

Experience

• Requires a minimum five (5) years electric distribution and/or construction work experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CenterPoint Energy Electric Service Standards.

Physical Requirements

• Able to exert in excess of 30 pounds of force occasionally and in excess of 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
• Able to bend, lift/carry, climb, crouch, reach, squat and sit for long periods of time.
• Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to view computer terminal for extended periods of time. 
• Able to demonstrate manual dexterity to operate a personal computer.
• Able to operate copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other office equipment.
• Able to work a varied schedule with projects and deadlines requiring the ability to meet changing demands.
• Able to operate and drive a motor vehicle.
• Able to conduct frequent field job site inspections to various locations and in all weather conditions

Working Conditions

• Exposure to all weather conditions. Field inspections may require extensive walking on land used for construction sites, which is located away from paved roads, and may involve crossing through mud, debris, heavy foliage, construction areas, and creeks or pasture land.  Field environment may also involve being around livestock and or captive animals.
• Able to travel as necessary to off-site locations.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment with high daily pressure to meet deadlines.
• Able to work occasional overtime as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.