April 30, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Construction Inspector & Surveyor I

Organization:
ALLETE, Inc.
Region:
Canada, Minnesota, Duluth
End of contest:
May 26, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Inspector
Description

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.  We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation's largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE's sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct field surveys and inspections on a variety of energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and safety standards.
  • Document project activities, including survey notes, engineering data, and "as-built" records; maintain daily construction logs.
  • Support project teams by resolving field issues and coordinating with design engineers and contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Best Management Practices (BMP).
  • Investigate and address landowner concerns related to construction activities.
  • Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • High school diploma or equivalent and a two year vocational certificate in survey and civil engineering technology or equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • One or more years of related experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This position will report regularly in person to Duluth, MN.
  • Preferred knowledge and skills include surveying techniques and equipment use, construction practices and techniques, mathematics (including trigonometry), land subdivision, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Civil 3D/AutoCAD, and survey CAD software such as Trimble Business Center.
  • Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) certification as a Site Manager.
  • This is a field-based role that requires flexibility, including travel and work outdoors in all seasons.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver's license and be able to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
  • This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
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Contact

ALLETE, Inc.

30 W Superior St Duluth



Minnesota États-Unis

www.allete.com/