Construction Inspector 1-4
About The Position
This position, located in the Construction Section of the Department of Transportation and Development, serves as the assistant to the Lead Construction Inspector and reports directly to the Construction Inspector Supervisor. The role involves inspecting and verifying construction work, performing field tests, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. The incumbent must hold required certifications, operate specialized testing equipment, and effectively represent the Department while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and public trust.
Requirements
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.
- Hold required certifications.
- Operate specialized testing equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in sub-professional engineering
- Experience in heavy mobile equipment operation
- Experience in mobile equipment maintenance
Responsibilities
- Inspect construction projects to ensure compliance with departmental standards, project specifications, and quality requirements.
- Serve as lead inspector in the absence of the Construction Inspector 5 and assist with project coordination.
- Monitor contractor procedures, signage, and Equal Employment Opportunity compliance.
- Perform field testing (e.g., soil densification using nuclear density machine, pavement profile evaluations).
- Take and verify project measurements; calculate and record quantities for project documentation.
- Compile contractor payment summaries and prepare/review project diaries and records.
- Gather field information for project changes and maintain positive public relations.
- Provide on-the-job training in areas of certification.
- Write haul tickets and manage other required project paperwork.
- Perform office duties such as indexing, labeling, validating quantities, and preparing documentation for audit.
- Use departmental computer systems and engineering applications as needed.
- Support project design by collecting field data, preparing sketches, and calculating quantities.
- Contribute to overall Construction Office operations and assist with emergency/disaster response activities when required.
Benefits
- Additional $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
