Building Construction Inspector Iii - Hilo, Hawaii

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 Category Differential.

The current vacancy is continuous and may be closed at any time. The last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page.

Assist an Engineer in the administration of building construction and other contracts; supervise inspectors of a lower grade; review plans and specifications; represent an Engineer during inspection of minor projects; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Also perform inspections involving substantial complexities, e.g., inspecting various aspects of multi‑story or multi‑million‑dollar structures. Work with the engineer‑in‑charge and builders to identify and correct deficiencies, interpret and explain State requirements, and resolve problems such as unauthorized deviations from approved plans and specifications. Inspect 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.

• Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
  Must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the U.S.
• Basic Experience/
  
  Education:
  
  Work experience demonstrating the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions; write simply; perform arithmetic computations.
• General
  
  Experience:
  
  Two (2) years of journey‑level experience in the building construction trades, demonstrating knowledge of building construction methods and materials, safety requirements, and ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Two (2) years of either:
  • A. Building construction inspection work experience;
  • B. 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.
• Driver's License:
  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 State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808‑587‑1111 for assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity. This position is open to all qualified persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic.