CEI Inspector Aid / CEI Inspector I

About the Positions 

We are seeking CEI Inspectors at various levels, including CEI Inspector Aid and CEI Inspector I, to provide Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) services for transportation projects located in the state of Georgia. The level of the position will be dependent upon the selected finalist's background and expertise.

This posting is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need. This posting targets various counties in the state of Georgia. Training materials will be provided to obtain the required certifications. We're also currently seeking candidates located between Macon and Savannah, east of Valdosta and southwest of Augusta, GA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

The following responsibilities are examples only and represent an Inspector Aid level finalist. These responsibilities will become increasingly more complex, and additional duties could be added if an Inspector I finalist is selected. Confirmation will be discussed with selected finalists.  

• Will perform a range of routine and standardized work including manual and/or electronic calculations, computations, and inspections of construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract.  
• Will inspect truck load tickets for roadway aggregate base course; borrow material and asphaltic concrete at project field sites. 
• Will perform a variety of simple materials sampling, inspection and/or testing. 
• Will perform contract administrative duties, which may include field measurements of pay item quantities, project close-out, as well as other Department required documentation. 
• May be required to use a number of different pieces of equipment such as Slump Cone, Air Meter, Measuring Wheel/Tape, Thermometer, etc. Incumbents will be fully trained in the use of equipment necessary to accomplish their work. 
• May be required to work at remote sites around construction equipment, drilling rigs, explosives and environmental contamination. 

Attributes 

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Possess excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills. 
• Possess excellent collaboration skills. 

The following minimum and preferred requirements and certifications represent an Inspector Aid level finalist. There may be additional minimum and preferred requirements and certifications if an Inspector I finalist is selected. Confirmation will be discussed with selected finalists.  

Minimum Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• General knowledge of mathematical functions. 
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators. 
• Ability to learn and interpret such things as construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures. 
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with Georgia Law. 
• Proficiency with computers (e.g., Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Outlook, internet, etc.).

Required Certifications 

Please Note: For titles containing GDOT certifications or passing scores on Engineering Skills Development Tests, certifications and passing scores must be obtained within six (6) months of beginning work on the GDOT project. Certifications from other agencies or states may possibly be substituted. 

• GDOT WECS.  
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification.  
• GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control).  
• Passing scores on GDOT's Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests – Group 1 (General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, Basic Highway Plan Reading).  

Compensation Details 

Expected Salary: $35k-$50k/year ($16-$24/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the level of position offered and the successful finalist's level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.    

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!  

• Unlimited flexible time off  
• Paid holidays  
• Paid parental leave  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)  
• Long-term disability insurance  
• Short-term disability insurance  
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment 
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution  
• Formal career planning and development program  
• $2,500 annually toward professional development  
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend  
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement  
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian  
• Free personal financial planning services  
• Employee assistance program  
• Employee discounts  
• Employee referral bonus  

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer.