Construction Inspector II​/III

HIRING RANGES

Construction Inspector II: $39.13 - $43.48/hour

Construction Inspector III: $43.02 - $47.80/hour

We are hiring for a Construction Inspector II or III dependent upon qualifications of applicants.

This job posting will remain open until filled and is subject to close at anytime.

Oversees daily work progress on City Public Works construction projects and private development projects. Includes various construction inspection duties, observing materials testing, surveying, and fiscal monitoring to ensure plans, specifications and City ordinances are followed.

• Oversees routine construction projects.
• Inspects materials and quality of work in progress, enforcing applicable city ordinances and specifications by issuance of memos, verbal warnings, and stop work orders, as necessary.
• Monitors daily status of field projects which includes directing the City’s and developers’ contractors, coordinating projects with the affected utilities, City departments or other Governmental agencies.
• Collecting field information, answering citizen inquiries, and responding to service requests.
• Performs inspections on soils, asphalt, concrete, storm sewer, water lines, sanitary sewers, structures, etc.
• Reviews, inspects, and enforces erosion control measures on construction sites.
• Reviews construction plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects.
• Reviews construction plans for public improvements in subdivision and rights-of-way.
• Inspects private property, streets, and rights-of-way to determine repair or construction needs.
• Inspects public way work for conformance to city specifications.
• Evaluates construction sites and rights of way to assess infrastructure needed.
• Assists and trains other inspection staff in methods of construction inspection including testing, specifications, policies and procedures.
• Inspects public sidewalks to ensure compliance with snow removal ordinance. Issues warnings and summons for non‑compliance.
• Maintains records of labor, equipment and materials used on City projects utilizing required project forms, job diaries and the computer.
• Performs detention pond inspections.
• Prepares reports and cost estimates.
• Evaluates material test results and takes appropriate follow‑up actions.
• Directs the work efforts of one or more temporary, part‑time, or seasonal employees assigned to perform inspection duties on projects for which the Construction Inspector has primary responsibility.
• Must be able to interact with others in a positive manner.
• Requires regular and prompt attendance.
• Must maintain and utilize City‑provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting. If injured on‑the‑job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken.

• Survey roads and construction sites utilizing surveying equipment.
• Performs water quality testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from the Public Works Construction Coordinator.

Supervision Given

Directs work efforts of variable, part‑time or seasonal workers. May train and oversee work of Construction Inspector I.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum of three years experience performing construction inspection duties and interpreting, reviewing, and producing construction plans and specifications.

One year project management and survey experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in supervision of subordinate construction inspection personnel strongly preferred.

Minimum of three years combined experience in construction inspections, surveying, soils and materials testing or related education is preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

American Traffic Safety Services Association Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor.

A.C.I. certification as a Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I.

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