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Overview

Orange County Government is committed to serving the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape our community’s future. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer‑service standards, and employee satisfaction. We provide equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

We are seeking Engineering Inspectors I/II to perform technical level inspections of utilities and construction projects. These positions are field‑based and require a strong understanding of construction practices, documentation, and inspection procedures. Inspectors review contract documents, approved design plans, specifications, and applicable regulations; schedule and observe contractor tests; maintain records and reports; and act as a point of contact for contractors and county departments.

• Supervise and perform inspections of projects to ensure compliance with contract documents, design plans, and specifications.
• Read and interpret design plans and specifications.
• Make field changes that do not alter scope or cost.
• Schedule and observe contractor materials, structure, and process tests.
• Maintain records and prepare inspector reports; may supervise the inspection function in the supervisor’s absence.
• Act as the Residential Project Representative, coordinating with contractors, engineering staff, and other county departments.
• Coordinate laboratory or on‑site field testing for civil and mechanical construction.
• Prepare daily reports, photographic records, and red‑line drawings/specifications to document deviations, conflicts, and changes.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing of project documentation.

Engineers are essential first responders and must report to work during emergencies.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a Florida driver’s license by hire date.

• High school graduation or equivalent and two (2) years of engineering or construction experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Complete the Contractor’s Underground Utility Examination for Inspector within two (2) years of hire.

• High school graduation or equivalent and four (4) years of appropriate engineering or construction experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Complete the Contractor’s Underground Utility Examination for inspectors within six (6) months of entry.
• Ability to communicate with the general public while explaining standards and codes.

• Inspection experience in utilities, roadways, electrical, plumbing, or geotechnical inspections.
• Experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications for infrastructure.
• Experience working with contractors.
• Field experience.

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days paid sick time annually.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Basic life, long‑term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program with counseling and online tools.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Service time to forgive student loans.