Construction Inspector II (SR-19)

County Of Maui•Maui County (various), HI

About The Position

Inspects all phases of construction projects, including the alteration and repair of County-owned buildings and structures, to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, established standards, and work agreements. This is a journeyman-level class responsible for inspecting a variety of construction projects regardless of complexity. The position may perform other related duties as required and may supervise subordinate inspectors. The role applies to positions in Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Environmental Management, with different qualifying experience depending on the department. The position requires a valid Type 3 motor vehicle operator’s license and the ability to meet the health and physical condition standards needed to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical effort grouping is Light.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school.
For Public Works positions: four years of survey and inspectional or construction work experience in highway or general construction projects, including two years inspecting construction phases such as earth excavation, embankment and compaction, base courses and pavements, structural or reinforcing steel placement, and concrete placement for highways or related structures; some experience inspecting major structures such as bridges, grade separations, overpasses, and aqueducts.
For Parks and Recreation positions: four years of survey and inspectional or general construction project experience, including two years inspecting buildings, sidewalks, grading, and paving.
For Environmental Management positions: four years of pipeline installation or related sewer system work, including two years supervising and/or inspecting workmanship and materials; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Possession of a valid Type 3 motor vehicle operator’s license.
Knowledge of plans and specifications for a wide variety of construction projects; construction methods and practices; building construction practices, methods, and tools; structural stability and safety formulas and accepted safety standards; construction equipment and its proper use; mathematics; and applicable building codes and ordinances.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; relate survey stakes, lines, and grades to construction and identify apparent discrepancies; apply building inspection methods; assess materials and workmanship for compliance; use computers and tablet computers; perform mathematical computations and work estimates; maintain records and prepare reports; deal tactfully and effectively with contractors and the public; and follow oral and written instructions.
Must meet health and physical condition standards necessary to perform the position’s essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Inspect County construction projects, including joint projects with state and federal governments, for compliance with plans, specifications, and ordinances.
Inspect construction, repair, and alteration work on buildings, highway structures, landscaping, excavations and fillings, sewer and drainage systems, recycled water systems, and flood-control projects.
Inspect construction materials for compliance with quality, quantity, and strength requirements.
Interpret plans to determine earthwork cuts and fills and verify grades and elevations for utilities and related installations.
Inspect forms, reinforcing steel, concrete placement and finishing, steel framing, masonry, plaster, road subgrade and base courses, asphalt, plumbing, electrical work, and painting.
Conduct concrete slump and cylinder breakage tests, flood tests on lines and manholes, mandrel and pressure tests on sewer lines, and other required inspections and tests.
Inspect drainage features, park landscaping, recycled water and sewer line installation, and private recycled water systems.
Interpret plans and specifications, make preliminary decisions about discrepancies, consult a supervisor, and authorize deviations from plans and specifications.
Record labor, equipment, and materials; review contractors’ monthly payment estimates; prepare reports; and accompany others on surveys for final project acceptance.
Direct laboratory testing operations, analyze and interpret test results, and write test reports.
Conduct field measurements to verify compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and observe and measure materials used in capital improvement projects.
Review Site Specific Spill Prevention Plans, record drawings, and Closed Circuit Television Video work related to sewer system installation.
May supervise subordinate inspectors.