Commercial Roof and Building Inspector (Traveling)

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours 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:

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.

This position is open to all candidates with the following qualifications:

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.

Drug testing and a criminal background and motor vehicle check will be conducted.

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

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company voted a 2024 Top Workplace in Pittsburgh! We offer a competitive salary a comprehensive benefits package and employee ownership. We offer a casual friendly workplace where employee owners are treated with dignity and respect and are valued for their contributions. KTA seeks diversity inclusivity and equality and employee owners are expected to uphold and exemplify our core values of passion professionalism hardworking and honesty. With employee owner inspired values we are dedicated to making each other the company and our clients successful. We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long-lasting business relationships. We provide the training and support to take your career to a new and exciting level. At KTA you will work with learn from and be given the opportunity to become the best in the industry.

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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Required Experience:

Manager

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.

This position is open to all candidates with the following qualifications:

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.

Drug testing and a criminal background and motor vehicle check will be conducted.

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