Building Construction Inspector Iii - Kona, Hawaii

Recruitment Number 23-0445

The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Accounting & General Services.

Salary: $6,495 to $7,216 per month (SR-21, Step C to I). Salary includes Related Shortage Category Differential.

This position assists an Engineer in the administration of building construction and other contracts; supervises inspectors of a lower grade; reviews plans and specifications; represents an Engineer during inspection of minor projects; performs other related duties as assigned.

This position also performs inspections involving substantial complexities, e.g., inspects various aspects of multi-story and/or multi-million‑dollar structures constructed by private builders. Works with the engineer-in-charge and builders to identify and ensure correction of deficiencies; interprets and explains State requirements; resolves problems such as unauthorized deviations from approved plans and specifications; inspects structures involving complex construction problems, e.g., installation and testing of complex and sophisticated electrical and mechanical systems in a large multi-story, special-purpose building.

• Legal authorization to work:
  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 involved tasks demonstrating 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 building construction methods and materials, safety requirements, 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:
  Applicant must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Lift and carry:
  Applicant must be able to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Substitutions allowed:
  Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements may apply.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Hawai'i is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.