test V5 Eng Inspector

Northern Kentucky Water District•Erlanger, KY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Inspector oversees contractors working on water main replacement and subdivision projects to ensure compliance with Northern Kentucky Water District specifications, guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The role involves daily job-site inspections, contractor coordination, customer communication, project documentation, and mapping completed work, while contributing to regulatory compliance and efficient District operations. The position is based at the Central Facility in Erlanger, Kentucky, reports to the Construction Supervisor, and has oversight responsibilities for external contractors. The inspector serves as NKYWD’s primary on-site representative, verifies the installation of water mains and related infrastructure, conducts testing and sampling, documents project progress and materials, and coordinates with customers and District departments. The role also addresses field changes and unforeseen conditions within established authority limits, supports safety and regulatory compliance, and assists with project scheduling, utility locating, shutdowns, and emergency responses.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license required, with continued insurability under NKYWD insurance.
Work flexible hours, including evenings and emergencies.
Ability to work independently while representing NKYWD professionally and remaining accountable for assigned inspection responsibilities.
Ability to evaluate construction work objectively and require corrective action when work does not meet specifications, safety expectations, or regulatory requirements.
Ability to use practical judgment in response to unexpected field conditions, balancing safety, compliance, customer impact, cost, and schedule.
Ability to build effective working relationships with contractors, customers, property owners, internal departments, and public agencies.
Accuracy and attention to detail in inspection documentation, mapping, and material tracking.
Ability to adapt to changing project conditions, emergencies, weather, and operational priorities.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and comply with District policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, maps, and specifications.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework, vocational training, technical certification, or an associate degree in construction management, civil engineering technology, water utility operations, environmental science, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties may be considered.
One to three years of experience in construction, utility operations, water distribution, plumbing, or field inspection.
Experience inspecting contractor work, utility installation, water main construction, service line installation, hydrants, valves, meters, or related infrastructure.
Experience reading construction plans, maps, specifications, utility records, and field drawings.
Experience preparing daily reports, maintaining project records, using GPS or GIS tools, and documenting materials or quantities for project tracking.
OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification, or ability to obtain it within a timeframe established by the company.
Utility-related certification.
Knowledge of construction inspection practices, utility installation methods, and quality control standards for water infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of applicable specifications, standard operating procedures, safety practices, and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of water distribution and treatment system operations, including water mains, service lines, valves, hydrants, meters, fittings, and related infrastructure.
Knowledge of field documentation, including daily inspection reports, material tracking, work orders, GPS mapping, GIS updates, and contractor documentation.
Knowledge of construction plans, blueprints, maps, standard details, utility records, and specifications.
Knowledge of basic trench safety, traffic control, personal protective equipment, confined space awareness, and safe work practices around active construction sites and heavy equipment.
Knowledge of customer service principles for addressing project impacts, service interruptions, property access, and public concerns.
Skill in inspecting contractor work and identifying field issues, utility conflicts, specification deviations, safety concerns, and project risks.
Skill in documenting findings using reports, progress notes, photos, GPS data, maps, and work orders.
Skill in using Microsoft Office, mobile devices, GPS tools, GIS or mapping software, work order systems, and other relevant technology.
Skill in professional communication with contractors, customers, coworkers, supervisors, engineers, operations staff, and regulatory or public agency representatives.
Skill in coordinating project activities, shutdowns, service impacts, locate requests, inspections, testing, and follow-up work.
Skill in applying judgment to authorize or recommend field changes within established authority limits.
Skill in managing time, prioritizing competing project needs, and maintaining organized records across multiple active projects.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily inspections of new and replaced water mains for compliance with NKYWD specifications.
Oversee contractor installation of water mains, meters, hydrants, and service lines, verifying materials and methods against approved plans.
Perform pressure testing, flushing, and sampling of new water mains before they are placed into service.
Identify and authorize project field changes due to depth, existing utilities, or unforeseen obstacles, up to $2,000.
Complete GPS mapping of new or replaced water mains, meters, and meter pits.
Submit mapping and project documentation for strip maps and updates to the District’s GIS system.
Track project materials for payment processing.
Prepare and submit daily inspection reports and maintain detailed project records.
Process contractor payment requests based on completed work and verified material usage.
Represent NKYWD on site and coordinate with contractors to support project execution.
Communicate project updates, concerns, and potential disruptions to customers.
Coordinate shutdowns and emergency responses with Distribution, Engineering, and Operations departments.
Conduct locate requests and help verify the locations of existing water mains.
Ensure contractors comply with safety standards and report violations or incidents.
Maintain compliance with NKYWD policies and applicable local, state, and federal regulations for water distribution projects.
Work with the Construction Foreman and Supervisor to schedule projects and address unforeseen issues.
Perform other related duties as assigned.