Underwater Inspector

Kleinfelder is seeking a highly skilled and experienced NBIS Underwater & Topside Inspector to join our team in Augusta, ME, Portland, ME, or Manchester, NH.

We are looking for an individual with strong initiative and ability to perform routine to complex inspections in the field and provide documentation in a clear and consistent manner consistent with the current NBIS standards.

• Monitor safety, compliance, productivity, and workload as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.
• Facilitate and support the inspection process.
• Manage the utilization of resources to ensure safety, compliance, and productivity.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Company standards and procedures, Federal, DOT, and OSHA; State and Local codes, regulations, and requirements.
• Ensure accurate documentation of work, including but not limited to reporting, photos, sketches, etc.
• Participate in all Field Meetings necessary to progress the projects, including pre-inspection meetings, safety meetings, notifications, and all daily tail gate / daily safety brief meetings.

• Personal vehicle and valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent, Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred with course work in Civil Engineering, Building Inspection, Home Inspection, Construction Technology, Drafting, and Mathematics.
• Preferred certifications: PADI, NAUI, or equivalent Advance Diver level certification.
• Preferred but not required: NHI Course 'Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges' or any other NHI or FHWA inspection courses, must be obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Familiarity with Construction standards, Work Methods, Rules for Safe Operation, and associated procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required, in addition to planning, organizing, and computer skills.
• Ability to work days or nights, ability to work extended workdays and prolonged work weeks as needed.
• Candidates must be fluent with Microsoft Office programs, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Standard equipment to be used for underwater activities will include Full face mask (AGA), regulator, with octopus, pressure gauge, dive computer, buoyancy compensator, weight belt, dry suit, hood, gloves, fins, weight belt.
• All equipment must have a current inspection where applicable. All equipment shall be serviced and maintained in a readiness status.

Kleinfelder offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including career development opportunities, equal opportunity employment, and a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.