City Inspector I or II- Code Enforcement

City of Loveland•Loveland, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the City Inspection Supervisor, coordinates and conducts inspection of private and public projects involving public utilities and infrastructure and ensuring they are completed in accordance with City standards and specifications. The City of Loveland is looking for a well-rounded professional with experience in construction inspection, leadership, a passion for problem solving and providing excellent customer service. You will be upholding regulatory standards and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. You will be part of a dedicated team of inspectors, performing inspections for capital projects, as well as residential, commercial, and industrial developments to ensure compliance with construction standards and safety regulations. This is a position with opportunity for personal and professional development and growth within a community organization! The City Inspector will operate with a commitment to the One City, One Team approach, positively collaborate with team members and stakeholders, and show a dedication to excellent service with courtesy and kindness!

Requirements

High School graduate or GED.
1 year on-the-job experience performing construction inspection or related duties (for City Inspector I).
5 years on-the-job experience performing construction inspections including documentation of the quality and quantity of materials placed on urban streets and storm drainage projects required. This work should have included the installation of soils, hot mix asphalt, flatwork and structural concrete, storm water pipe, trenching, manholes, drainage inlets, riprap, hydraulic structures, and erosion control measures (for City Inspector II).
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Current certification in Erosion Control (NPDES and State of Colorado) or obtain within 6 months of hire (for City Inspector II).
Self-motivated and positive team player able to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to interpret and apply codes and ordinances, read construction documents, and enforce regulations.
Ability to express oneself clearly both verbally and in writing, and to prepare written reports and review comments.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships.
Must be a proficient problem solver and effective in conflict resolution.
Must be interpersonally effective at working with contractors and developers, as well as citizens.
Working knowledge of Excel and MS Word.
Possesses an understanding of street signing and striping as described in the Manual on Urban Traffic Control Devices related to construction activities (for City Inspector II).
Thorough understanding of construction materials inspection, sampling and testing as described in the Larimer County Urban Area Street Standards, Colorado Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, or a comparable materials manual. Typically including sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, asphalt mixes, and concrete for compliance with project specifications (for City Inspector II).
Understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act standards as well as Public Right-of-Way Access Guidelines (for City Inspector II).

Nice To Haves

Current certification in LabCAT Level A or ACI Field Concrete Testing preferred (for City Inspector I).
Current certification in LabCAT Level A and ACI Field Concrete Testing preferred (for City Inspector II).
Previous knowledge of construction and/or construction materials preferred (for City Inspector I).
Previous knowledge of construction and/or construction materials (for City Inspector II).
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS (for City Inspector II).
Experience with CityWorks or other asset management systems (for City Inspector II).

Responsibilities

Performs complete and professional construction inspection duties to determine acceptance and compliance with City standards and specifications by rendering objective and impartial decisions in a firm and tactful manner for construction in City right-of-way.
Read, interpret, and enforce applicable transportation and utility construction standards, construction drawings, working plans, and maps.
Provide technical information to contractors and the general public.
Track status of projects and any arising concerns.
Produce daily logs for assigned projects to effectively document construction activities.
Interact with developers, contractors, and citizens in an effective and professional manner to address any questions or concerns.
Enforces Municipal Ordinances regulating construction, safety, and site development.
Provides interpretation, explanations, and clarifications of, as well as information on, adopted codes and ordinances to contractors and the public.
Meets and confers with developers, consultants, contractors, employees and the general public regarding engineering and development requirements.
Represents Public Works and Utilities in meetings with contractors, developers, and the public.
Serves as liaison between the city and contractors and the general public.
Minor design, drafting, and sketching of details for construction/standards clarification.
Operates survey equipment to check grades and have ability to measure constructed materials to determine quantities.

Benefits

Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)
Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Discounted recreation passes
Employee recognition program
Exceptional work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Referral Program