Inspector - Drainage Contract

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

30d • $27 - $44

About The Position

Are you interested in playing a key role in the growth of the nation's fourth-largest county? Apply to the Drainage - Inspector Contract today! In this role, you will provide highly skilled technical inspection work to ensure compliance with drainage ordinances, floodplain regulations, and related ordinances. Additionally, you will inspect residential and commercial properties during construction for compliance with drainage, floodplain, and zoning requirements. About Us Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review, we have positions that allow professionals in the planning, construction, engineering, and trade fields to shape the future of the built environment. If you're interested in being a change-maker and behind-the-scenes expert in the growth of Maricopa County, we have the job for you! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

Requirements

• Two years of experience in civil inspection or construction management
• High school diploma or GED
• Post-secondary education experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, construction practices, or related fields
• Experience with civil construction practices, including aspects related to roads and streets construction, in related construction trades, and/or experience in civil plans review
• Experience with the management of stormwater in desert environments

Responsibilities

• Provide field analysis and a cursory review of submittals for construction for developers and home builders prior to issuance of a building permit
• Inspect residential dwellings, industrial and commercial properties, swimming pools, and appurtenances in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with drainage, floodplain, and zoning codes, regulations, and policies
• Inspect the construction of stormwater systems associated with streets and roadways; coordinate findings with transportation officials and inspectors
• Explain to contractors, owners, and developers the code's interpretation or requirements that have been missed
• Communicate to the general public and businesses, imparting methods for the correction of observed deficiencies or deviations from approved plans to determine and ensure compliance
• Write field inspection reports and notices in a clear, concise, and accurate manner, and investigate complaints regarding unauthorized or unsafe civil construction
• Inspect mobile homes for installation related to drainage, including blocking, tie downs, skirting, utility hookups, and setbacks
• Conduct final inspection prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, and conduct inspections related to temporary occupancy
• Use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, building plans, aerials, EDR (electronic digital submittals), and technical data/drawings to verify that construction complies with approved documents, including all related zoning case files
• Participate in project meetings to plan and review project progress, schedules, and assign inspections for daily routes

Benefits

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees