Construction Inspector I

JEA • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under routine supervision, performs customer service tasks in the office on a rotational basis, inspects site rehabilitation work completed by contractors and serves as a liaison between JEA, customers and sub-contractors to ensure that work is in accordance with JEA specifications, Local and City Standards, City building codes and State of Florida regulations and codes. Job requires general knowledge of utility systems, sufficient to perform routine tasks associated with inspection and testing of system infrastructure. Procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines are available, requiring judgment in locating and selecting the most appropriate methods, techniques and procedures to apply to specific cases. Solves routine or recurring problems and identifies and suggests solutions to more complex problems. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion for technical accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures. Regular contact with individuals in other work groups, contractors and customers is required to obtain, clarify or provide information. Required to rotate, as assigned, between customer service functions and construction inspection tasks. Inspects site rehabilitation work performed by contractors. Assists contractors, as required, in completing the work. Shovels dirt and operates hand pumps at construction sites. Performs testing of utility systems installed by contractors in accordance with JEA specifications and State of Florida regulations and codes. Ensures construction sites are safe and not hazardous to the public. Takes pictures of construction sites for future reference. Interprets contract documents. Responds to customer complaints and resolves issues between JEA work crews and contractors. Performs routing and scheduling tasks to manage work tickets and coordinate workload. Completes inspection documentation and updates systems of record with information. Validate footage measurements for work submitted to the contractor. Inspect the finished work product for accuracy and correct billing per the unit bid pricing in the contract. Attends safety meetings, complies with safety rules and regulations and employs safe work practices. Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications, including data tracking systems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of three (3) years utility construction and/or utility inspection experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required prior to employment in this class and must be maintained during employment in this classification.
• Completion of FDOT Traffic Intermediate Level course is required within one (1) year of employment.
• Free of color blindness.

Responsibilities

• Performs customer service tasks in the office on a rotational basis.
• Inspects site rehabilitation work completed by contractors.
• Serves as a liaison between JEA, customers and sub-contractors to ensure that work is in accordance with JEA specifications, Local and City Standards, City building codes and State of Florida regulations and codes.
• Assists contractors, as required, in completing the work.
• Shovels dirt and operates hand pumps at construction sites.
• Performs testing of utility systems installed by contractors in accordance with JEA specifications and State of Florida regulations and codes.
• Ensures construction sites are safe and not hazardous to the public.
• Takes pictures of construction sites for future reference.
• Interprets contract documents.
• Responds to customer complaints and resolves issues between JEA work crews and contractors.
• Performs routing and scheduling tasks to manage work tickets and coordinate workload.
• Completes inspection documentation and updates systems of record with information.
• Validates footage measurements for work submitted to the contractor.
• Inspects the finished work product for accuracy and correct billing per the unit bid pricing in the contract.
• Attends safety meetings, complies with safety rules and regulations and employs safe work practices.
• Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications, including data tracking systems.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time.
• Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents–including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee.
• Dental
• Vision
• Health accounts – employer sponsored HSA and HRA
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program
• 11 onsite fitness centers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED