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Follow this link for a realistic job preview and videos of what it's like to work at KTA (: KTA-Tator, 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. KTAu2019s 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 Inspectorsu00a0to 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 u00a0inspectors 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 u00a0coating, sealant, and caulking problems; + Conducting and recording results of various types of building diagnostic tests on floors and u00a0exterior walls and roofs; + Gathering building condition data and u00a0measurements 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: + Associateu2019s or Bacheloru2019s degree in Building Construction or related field u2013 preferred + Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Basic coatings credentials u2013 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) u2013 desired + Experience with construction, repair, painting and/or renovation of retail buildings + Experience with concrete slabs, masonry construction, and/or roofing u2013 preferred + Experience using a laptop and iPad + Proficiency with Word and Excel + Strong written and oral communication skills + Valid driveru2019s 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 laddersu00a0 (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.u00a0 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.u00a0 We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long-lasting business relationships.u00a0 We provide the training and support to take your career to a new and exciting level.u00a0 At KTA you will work with, learn from and be given the opportunity to become the best in the industry. u00a0