Water and Sewer Operator​/Construction Inspector

About KCE:

At KCE, we believe that employees are a company's greatest asset. Our commitment to excellence is built on a foundation of investing in our people - a philosophy that has earned us recognition as an award-winning employer for over 50 years. We have created a workplace that fosters long‑term careers, collaboration, and shared success. Through our unique employee ownership model, key team members have the opportunity to become shareholders, helping drive the future of KCE while maintaining our values and mission.

Join our collaborative, forward‑thinking team at our Allentown office. As a Water & Sewer Operator/Construction Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of essential infrastructure projects. Your work directly supports our municipal clients, local communities, and critical public systems.

• Work/Life Balance is a Core Value at KCE.
• Competitive Salary with paid overtime
• Flexible Work Schedules and casual dress code
• Comprehensive Medical Plan Options: HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) or traditional copay plan
• Employer‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Dental and Vision and Voluntary Life insurance options
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance available
• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Nine (9) Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-->
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Events and team‑building activities

• Conduct thorough inspections of water and sewer mains, services, manholes, valves, hydrants, and fittings to ensure quality and compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Verify proper trench preparation, bedding, back filling, joint alignment, pressure testing, and other required field procedures.
• Maintain detailed daily documentation, including progress notes, field observations, contractor communications, and photo documentation.
• Identify substandard or non‑conforming work and coordinate corrective actions with contractors, municipal representatives, and project managers.
• Communicate professionally with contractors, municipal personnel, utility operators, engineering staff, and stakeholders.
• Utilize digital tools including Survey
  123, ArcGIS, tablets, and GPS equipment as needed for data collection and inspection reporting.

• Proven experience in water and sewer construction or inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and municipal standards independently.
• Strong field documentation and reporting skills.
• Proficiency using digital field tools (Survey
  123, ArcGIS, tablets, etc.).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• PA DEP Water and Wastewater Operator License, Class B or higher.
• NICET certification in water/wastewater systems.
• Experience with municipal or authority‑led water and sewer projects.
• GPS knowledge is a plus.

This position is open to candidates currently residing in the United States with legal authorization to work. We are not able to sponsor employment visas at this time.

We'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing your interest in the role. Don't wait!