Engineering Inspector

Duties

• Overseeing and conducting daily inspections of installation and construction of bridges, utilities, streets and stormwater systems;
• Monitoring assigned projects to assure required safety devices and procedures are in order to minimize hazardous conditions;
• Coordinating testing of materials and finished products;
• Preparing accurate, and verifying, daily activity reports for each project;
• Conducting various quality assurance tests by collecting samples, scheduling laboratory tests and interpreting results;
• Providing monthly and final estimates for payments due to contractors;
• Attending and participating in meetings with City employees, officials and residents about public works projects;
• Responding to and resolving difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints;
• Inspecting associated erosion control devices and overseeing the erosion control program for both public and private projects, enforcing city, state (TCEQ) and federal (EPA) erosion control requirements.

• A high school diploma or equivalent, plus some college or vocational training in a related field, and one year of public works construction project experience;
• Must have, or be able to obtain within a specified timeframe, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license, railroad safety certification, and Class D Water and Class I Wastewater licenses;
• Must have basic computer knowledge; familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe preferred;
• Schedule may include evening and weekend hours.

PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $26.33 - $37.11 PER HOUR

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The City of Irving’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) helps to improve the quality of life for Irving citizens through construction of facilities such as parks, trails, aquatic centers, and libraries. Additionally, CIP administers and carries out the construction of infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, water and wastewater, drainage, and fire stations, all necessary to assure the public’s welfare.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community.

The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.