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Every day at Smith-Emery, we give each person the opportunity to make an impact by leveraging  their expertise, talent and skills. We hire to nurture talent because we acknowledge that our employees are the foundation of our reputation for innovation and proficiency.

We champion a culture of diversity and inclusion in our workforce because it’s the smart and right thing to do. Hard work, passion and commitment have built Smith-Emery’s success, and we invite you to come grow with us.

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Janeth Quintero

Working at Smith-Emery has given me the opportunity to practice everything I’ve studied and to gain better skills. The professionalism and advanced technology create an environment for constant improvement. The last 17 years with Smith-Emery have been the best in my career.

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Austin Miranda

I started working as an intern in the lab and transitioned into a full-time employee. Smith-Emery supported the training I needed to do my job. Smith-Emery has provided opportunities and that’s important to me.

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Dana Nelson

If you want to work in a place that affords you the ability to explore your interests and skills, then this is the place for you. That’s why I’ve been here for 40 years.

Janeth Quintero employee testimonial
Janeth Quintero

Working at Smith-Emery has given me the opportunity to practice everything I’ve studied and to gain better skills. The professionalism and advanced technology create an environment for constant improvement. The last 17 years with Smith-Emery have been the best in my career.

Austin Miranda employee testimonial
Austin Miranda

I started working as an intern in the lab and transitioned into a full-time employee. Smith-Emery supported the training I needed to do my job. Smith-Emery has provided opportunities and that’s important to me.

Dana Nelson employee testimonial
Dana Nelson

If you want to work in a place that affords you the ability to explore your interests and skills, then this is the place for you. That’s why I’ve been here for 40 years.

Job Listings

Posted 1 month ago

Full Time Position

Location: Anaheim, CA

Company Overview: 

Smith-Emery is a California corporation providing geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental sciences, as well as all geotechnical, deputy and special inspection and testing services during construction. Smith-Emery was first incorporated in 1919 and has continued to grow over the decades to form new offices in San Francisco, Anaheim, Fresno and Salem, OR.  

Job Description: 

Smith-Emery has an exciting opportunity for a team oriented, self-starter to join our Field Operations Team as Dispatch Specialist. This position supports the Field Operations and Inspections Departments and is responsible for scheduling inspections, scheduling sample pick-up’s, fielding client questions and assisting in the recruitment of qualified and appropriately certified construction inspectors. The successful candidate will report directly to the Field Operation’s director and will be expected to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. This position and other’s at Smith-Emery have immense opportunity for growth as many of our employees have work at our firm for 20+ years and have advanced into various management roles. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

  • Maintain roster database of certified inspection personnel 
  • Field phone calls and dispatch requests from clients and follow up with confirmation of dispatch, the dispatched inspectors information etc. 
  • Coordinate closely with inspection supervisors and Operation’s Director to ensure inspections are performed by appropriately qualified and certified inspection personnel 
  • Coordinate with accounting department to ensure project set up is complete in the accounting system to ensure accurate billing by accounting department 
  • Develop creative and cost effective solutions to fulfill important and/or last minute inspection requests by client 
  • Follow record keeping and safety procedures in accordance with company Quality Manual 

Job Qualifications: 

  • Must be a self-starter and possess professionalism in work ethic 
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of Programs as well as ability to be trained and be proficient with our internal software system 
  • Must be customer service oriented and eager to help clients 
  • Must be able to multi-task and work as a team with co-workers 

Benefits: 

  • Opportunities for advancement in company 
  • Medical & Dental benefits 
  • Retirement Plan and Company Contributions 

Salary:

$30 to $35 per hour

Fulltime

Full Time Position Location: Anaheim, CA Company Overview:  Smith-Emery is a California corporation providing geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental sciences, as well as all geo...

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