Construction Inspector

City of Troy•Troy, MO

8d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Completes City inspections relating to Public Works infrastructure construction and rehabilitation projects ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent
Minimum of three (3) years of related work experience
Ability to obtain a Missouri CDL Class B with airbrakes, tanker endorsement
Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random drug and alcohol testing
Ability to complete confined space training, competent person training/certification
Knowledge of public infrastructure and construction techniques
Knowledge of general public works project management and planning
Knowledge of public and media relations and applications
Knowledge of basic labor law principles and applications
Knowledge of general office and filing practices and procedures
Knowledge of proper grammar and the use of English in speaking and writing
Knowledge of computer options and applications include word processing and excel
Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication
Knowledge of general functions and operations of municipal government
Ability to determine work needed from visual inspections
Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications
Ability to interpret maps and aerial photographs
Ability to explain complex concepts in layman's terms
Ability to coordinate and organize constituencies working towards common goals
Ability to work effectively with organizations and government agencies
Ability to manage large projects with many deadlines
Ability to remain courteous with public
Organizational skills
Ability to use of various types of office equipment
Ability to prepare written informative material relating to activities
Ability to use common sense
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to work autonomously

Nice To Haves

Additional vocational classes or engineering courses are encouraged
Five (5) years of related work experience is preferred
Vactor truck training, CCTV equipment training and backhoe training are recommended

Responsibilities

Inspects infrastructure construction
Inspects streets, water lines, storm and sanitary sewer installations
Ensure compliance with applicable city codes and approved plans
Ensure compliance with proper safety standards
Coordinates with contractors
Inspects on-site material testing
Inspects asphalt and concrete installation
Prepares reports and issues written orders for corrective action in construction projects
Determines general progress, workmanship and character or the construction and rehabilitation work
Inspects quantity and quality of materials for conformity with established requirements
Works with the public and other City departments
Ensure developers contain soil erosion and other debris on their respective properties
Assists contractors and other City staff as needed
Writes, edits and distributes reports and correspondence as needed
Maintains and keeps all inspection reports
Provides information to contractor and co-workers
Coordinate pre-construction meetings with contractors
Comply and maintain accurate records
Assist with plan review as needed
Assists with evaluation of public infrastructure
Assists with snow and ice removal operation
May be utilized as a member of Public Works Maintenance staff as needed
May be requested to inspect water and sewer main connections or disconnections
Assist with Water Main Pressure testing as needed
Assist with Sewer Main and Manhole vacuum testing as needed
Assist with Sewer Main Mandrel testing as needed
Attend training and other professional development as needed or required
Performs similar duties for other City departments as assigned