As an Utilities Inspector, you will need to master following:

• construction product regulation
• follow standards for machinery safety
• identify faults in utility meters
• monitor utility equipment
• notify supervisor
• perform inspection analysis
• report utility meter readings

More generally, an utilities inspector is also versed in:

• advise on machinery malfunctions
• check construction compliance
• comply with legal regulations
• conduct performance tests
• electrical power safety regulations
• engineering principles
• lead inspections
• manage health and safety standards
• oversee record management
• prevent damage to utility infrastructure
• quality assurance procedures
• surveying
• undertake inspections
• use technical documentation
• write inspection reports

It also helps to know the following:

• advise on utility consumption
• engineering processes
• inspect facility sites
• install utility equipment
• investigate pollution
• use non-destructive testing equipment
• write records for repairs
• act as contact person during equipment incident
• anticipate installation maintenance
• building codes
• collect samples for analysis
• create solutions to problems
• inspect industrial equipment
• inspect sewers
• liaise with engineers
• monitor parameters' compliance in construction projects
• monitor work site
• prepare audit activities
• record test data
• respond to enquiries
• review construction projects
• wear appropriate protective gear