Commercial Roof and Building Inspector (Traveling)
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Job Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
*Follow this link for a realistic job preview and videos of what its like to work at KTA!*: Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering testing and inspection firm internationally recognized as a leading expert in asset protection specializing in materials engineering protective coatings and concrete/steel fabrication inspection. KTAs Commercial Services Group provides building systems consulting and inspection services through a variety of offerings including building envelope diagnostics with an emphasis on moisture intrusion masonry and paint problems specifying repairs and providing quality assurance services during remodel projects.
KTA is seeking full-time Traveling Commercial Roof & Building Inspectorsto perform field inspections of retail box stores across the United States before during and after remodel projects. This position is a combination of field inspection and project execution ideal for experienced building inspectors roofing inspectors construction professionals or insurance claim inspectors who are self-starters that enjoy travel and hands-on investigation of building systems.
This is a blend of nationwide travel and home office work depending on location. Travel is structured (typically 2 weeks at a time) and planned in advance. Work that will be performed consists of conducting comprehensive building condition assessments and inspections for commercial properties. The assessment and inspection of conditions include:
Physical Requirements
KTA is seeking full-time Traveling Commercial Roof & Building Inspectorsto perform field inspections of retail box stores across the United States before during and after remodel projects. This position is a combination of field inspection and project execution ideal for experienced building inspectors roofing inspectors construction professionals or insurance claim inspectors who are self-starters that enjoy travel and hands-on investigation of building systems.
This is a blend of nationwide travel and home office work depending on location. Travel is structured (typically 2 weeks at a time) and planned in advance. Work that will be performed consists of conducting comprehensive building condition assessments and inspections for commercial properties. The assessment and inspection of conditions include:
- Identifying exterior coating sealant and caulking problems;
- Conducting and recording results of various types of building diagnostic tests on floors and exterior walls and roofs;
- Gathering building condition data and measurements of building components and defects;
- Taking field notes and photographs and summarizing the results electronically;
- Interfacing with onsite store managers and building restoration contractors and completing quality assurance reports; and
- Examining the building envelope for design or construction deficiencies.
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Building Construction or related field preferred
- Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Basic coatings credentials preferred
- Ability to travel extensively 70% of the time (2-week rotations on occasion traveling up to 4 weeks at a time)
- Experience with insurance property inspections catastrophe inspections or roof inspection is highly transferable to this role
- Experience with reading interpreting and editing/revising blueprints or as-built drawings (utilizing construction software such as Bluebeam AutoCAD Autodesk) desired
- Experience with construction repair painting and/or renovation of retail buildings
- Experience with concrete slabs masonry construction and/or roofing preferred
- Experience using a laptop and iPad
- Proficiency with Word and Excel
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation (IRS allowable rate of milage is paid)
- KTA has company vehicles however there still may be situations that require use of a personal vehicle with paid mileage.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform a significant amount of walking around project sites
- Ability to sit/drive for periods of time
- Ability to climb ladders (must be comfortable taking readings and working while on a ladder)
- Manual dexterity (to handle small objects instruments or gages)
- Ability to safely lift 40 pounds
- Color perception close distance and depth vision; ability to adjust focus
KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator Inc. (KTA).
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