Assistant Construction Inspector; SR

Shape the Flow of Honolulu’s Future

The Honolulu Board of Water Supply Capital Projects Division is looking to fill an Assistant Construction Inspector position. The position works Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, and involves inspecting waterworks construction and installation projects to ensure materials, workmanship, and completed work meet approved plans, specifications, and Board of Water Supply standards. Depending on the project, the inspector may work independently on smaller assignments or assist a project engineer or senior inspector on larger, more complex projects.

• Inspect construction of water system projects (meters, pipelines, structures).
• Check materials delivered to ensure they meet contract requirements.
• Verify lines, grades, and elevations; use leveling equipment as needed.
• Inspect pipe installation and testing.
• Review backfill placement for proper materials, compaction, and grade.
• Inspect falsework, formwork, trench bracing, and manhole construction.
• Inspect curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement work for reservoirs and booster stations.
• Coordinate with contractors on specifications, workmanship, and routine construction issues.
• Work with design engineers on design changes identified during construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• May require walking through, climbing over, and crawling under structures, with occasional lifting and short periods of physical exertion.
• Walk on uneven terrain and climb ladders, scaffolding, and stairs as needed.
• Work in construction site environments with potential hazards.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all required safety procedures.

Assistant Construction Inspector (SR-16) – salary of $5,359 per month, includes shortage differential.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits, including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and more.

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to a high school education. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

One (1) year of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.

• An Associate’s degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.
• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Possession of a valid driver’s license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.