Resurfacing Senior Inspector

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS:  INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

This position is responsible for performing a variety of routine and complex technical assignments, relative to the construction field, with emphasis on road resurfacing and construction inspection, to ensure compliance with approved plans, FDOT specifications, Land Development Code, public safety, and other applicable regulations. This position is distinguished from that of the Inspector by the level of independence the employee functions in, and the advanced knowledge acquired through training and work experience.

This position is expected to take a leadership role in the field, carrying out inspection activities, and resolving issues in the field.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

* Schedules and coordinates inspections of Resurfacing, Dirt Road Paving and Contractual Services to determine conformance with specifications and compliance with established safety and industry standards.

* Drafts and calculates field notes to document quantities, alignment, and locations according to project specifications to document progress and estimates.

* Performs as Lead Inspector in the field including reviewing weekly inspection forms, vendor invoices and quarterly inspection documents to ensure accuracy and completeness; identifies inconsistencies and resolves discrepancies when possible.

* Assists the Resurfacing Supervisor in the supervisory operation of inspections, purchasing, work order processing, equipment inventory, preparing reports, and planning.

* Perform daytime and nighttime on-site field inspections of various contracted pavement rehabilitation methods continuously during application by contractors.

* Attends safety meetings and/or participates in safety inspections.

* Calculates dimensions, profile specification, and quantities of materials for contracted services.

* Must interact with numerous departments, agencies, contractors, and citizens.

* Conduct field investigations to ensure compliance with Osceola County codes and other regulations.

* Plans, directs, and controls the work of employees who are not direct reports but who provide support to the goals and objectives of the section and organization.

* Assists in the development of the Contractual Services budget.

* Approves invoices for payment, attends pre-bid meetings, works with Resurfacing Supervisor in contractor scope of work updates, inspects resurfacing, dirt road paving and other contractual services of Road and Bridge within Osceola County rights-of-way to ensure all terms of contractual agreements are adhered to.

* Document and file various types of daily inspection sheets, along with inputting daily paperwork into a computer tracking system.

* Document contractor deficiencies; submit necessary paperwork to Procurement and issues correction notices to contractors.

* Support the goals and needs of other sections that are not under your supervision.

* Trains, coaches, and mentors other Inspectors.

* The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

* Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Two (2) years responsible experience in infrastructure maintenance, pavement rehabilitation inspection, contract management, or a combination of relevant training and experience.

Miscellaneous:
Must possess a Valid Florida Driver's License

Required

Licenses/Certifications:

* Must possess FDOT Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Intermediate Certificate.

* Must possess the following certifications at time of employment or be able to obtain the certifications within one year of appointment:

* FDOT Asphalt Paving Level 1 and 2

* FDOT Earthwork Construction Level 1

* Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.

* Knowledge of the geography, streets and right of ways in Osceola County.

* Knowledge of pavement rehabilitation quality and controls.

* Knowledge of MOT regulations and controls.

* Knowledge of interpreting contract specification and scope of work language.

* Knowledge of keeping logs, recording the activities related to a project, weather conditions, nature and location of work being performed, verbal instructions and interpretations given to the designer and contractor, specific observations, any occurrence or work that might result in a claim for a change in contract sum or…