Field Inspector

Timber Products Inspection, Inc. (TP) is an independent, third party Wood and Biomass products inspection, testing, and consulting company with field representation throughout the entire United States.

We have an open Field Inspector position in the Syracuse/Ithaca, NY area.

More information can be found at www.tpinspection.com

* TP assigns Fleet vehicle w/gas card, iPad and cell phone to conduct audits and/or inspections

Job Summary:

The Field Inspector travels to work in an assigned territory under the guidance and direction of the Field Supervisor. Expect nights away from home per week, once training is complete. Field Inspector performs Wood and Biomass product audits. In addition, maintains proper documentation by recording the results of inspections through test reports; follows specific procedures; solicits new business; trains production staff and adheres to company policies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Forest products experience desired
• Flexibility with widespread travel spending multiple nights away from home per week to cover accounts in assigned territory
• Perform Wood and Biomass product audits using tools such as hand-held measurement devices, calipers and power drills to sample and/or audit product to verify compliance with applicable standards
• Check Wood and Biomass products by random sampling, and performing analysis on samples taken
• Report results of inspections through test reports on tablet. When defects occur, Representative notifies supervisor and helps to analyze and correct production problems
• Train production staff – Teach lumber graders, treaters and Quality Control staff in applicable standards. Will monitor plant staff for execution of standards
• Maintain proper documentation procedures – Prepare oral and written reports on plant audits and other procedures
• Solicit new business – Always alert for an opportunity to promote the services Timber Products provides

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Forest products experience desired
• Lumber Grading preferred
• Heavy Grading experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Time Management with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with iPad and Microsoft Office 365
• Expect on-the-job territory training up to 10 months
• May spend multiple nights per month away from home depending on territory

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

Standing, Stooping, Walking, Balancing/Reaching, Lift up to 50 lbs. Work in a production environment, possibly in inclement weather. Ability to drive long distances and fly to other regions for training and work duties.

TP'S MISSION STATEMENT As a responsible partner, TP delivers to clients, employees, and the industries we serve the confidence to drive value thru the effective use of our diverse professional team.

TP'S VISION STATEMENT To be recognized as the standard of excellence throughout the Forest Products Industry.

TP'S CORE VALUES TP is built on the Core Values that our employees embrace daily as they interact with fellow employees, industry colleagues and clients.

• Integrity — honest / true to our word
• Reliable — trustworthy, dependable
• Technically Sound — delivering expertise
• Responsible Partner — providing assistance and understanding to meet compliance
• Professional — respectful, on task and emotionally intelligent

Affirmative Action/EEO statement
Timber Products Inspection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to seeking diversity in its workforce by attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Forest Product Experience? If yes, please let us know where
• Will you take a pre-employment background check, DMV, and drug test? Yes or No

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Inspections: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 5 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000