Utility Inspector

We have immediate needs for Utility Inspectors in the Asheville, NC areas for our Transportation division. The successful candidates will support our current staff while assisting in growing the Construction Management and CEI practice to better service our clients statewide. This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, broaden STV’s service offerings geographically, be involved in major transportation projects, mentor junior staff, and promote a healthy work‑life balance.

This position is at an Engineer News‑Record Top 50 rated firm. The ideal candidate is an individual who desires to lead through example, is professionally respected, an excellent communicator, and possesses a strong understanding of construction safety principles.

• Apply safety philosophy to all job responsibilities and work safely in an outside environment.
• Monitor contractor compliance with relocation plans.
• Prepare daily inspection reports.
• Perform measurement and documentation of completed work.
• Read and interpret utility relocation plans.
• Effectively communicate with project staff and clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of computer and tablet (iPad) operation.

The employee will typically be assigned to NCDOT or other roadway and bridge construction projects. Daily travel to project sites will be required. Candidates must work nights and weekends when required. Overnight travel is not expected but may be necessary on a limited basis. Candidates must hold a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record, and have the ability to lift 50 pounds, traverse rough terrain, walk or stand for extended periods while performing manual tasks, and work outdoors during all types of weather.

• Applicant must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience with utility installation/inspection or construction inspection.
• Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.

Compensation Range – $52,754.00 – $70,339.00

At STV we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion. If your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. We may consider you a strong fit for this or other roles.

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit & Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (16 days)
• Paid Holidays (8 days)
• Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

Seniority level:
Entry level