Building Construction Inspector Iii - Hilo, Hawaii
Listed on 2026-06-01
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Construction
Building Maintenance, Civil Engineering
Recruitment Number 26-0141
Department of Accounting & General Services
Salary: $6,495 to $7,216 per month (SR-21, Step C to I). Salary includes Related Shortage Differential.
Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The date of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
This position assists an Engineer in the Administration of building construction and other contracts; supervises inspectors of a lower grade; reviews plans and specifications; and represents an Engineer during inspection of minor projects and performs other related duties as assigned.
This position also performs inspections involving substantial complexities, such as inspecting various aspects of multi‑story and/or multi‑million‑dollar structures constructed by a variety of private builders. Works with the engineer‑in‑charge and builders to identify and ensure correction of deficiencies, to interpret and explain State requirements, and to resolve problems such as unauthorized deviations from approved plans and specifications. Inspects structures involving complex construction problems, such as the installation and testing of complex and sophisticated electrical and mechanical systems in a large multistory, special‑purpose building.
QualificationsLegal Authorization to Work Requirement: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Experience/
Education:
Work experience that demonstrated the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions; write simply and directly; and perform arithmetic computations.
General
Experience:
TWO (2) YEARS of JOURNEY LEVEL experience in the building construction trades, demonstrating knowledge of the full range of specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, and practices used in such trades, including knowledge of building construction methods and materials and safety requirements and practices, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
Specialized
Experience:
TWO (2) YEARS of either:
- Building construction inspection work experience
- Supervisory work experience over a force of skilled trades workers in the building construction industry that involved responsibility for interpreting plans and specifications and inspecting the quality of workmanship and materials for adherence to such plans and specifications
Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements may apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. Please see the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.
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