Maintenance Inspector I

Arapahoe County•Centennial, CO

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a variety of moderately difficult to complex duties associated with quality assurance and inspections within the Road and Bridge Division. The position conducts on-site inspections, construction management, and data collection to ensure compliance with county, state, and federal standards and specifications.

Requirements

Ability to develop technical skills and acquire certificates.
Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts.
Ability to remain honest, professional, and accurate under pressure.
Ability to operate tools and equipment associated with road inspections.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and a variety of computer systems and applications.
Ability to ensure contracted and internal operational compliance with County standards, provisions, and requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Accountability
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Integrity
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2+ years of experience in public works construction
Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.
Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Responsibilities

Works under the direct guidance of the Maintenance Inspector Supervisor to inspect Public Works projects, such as streets, bridges, drainage, and other maintenance projects and installations to ensure compliance with County construction standards.
Reviews and inspects materials, grades, and other work for compliance with standard and special specifications, details, plans, and standard construction practices and takes samples for various materials tests and calls for testing as required. Reviews and evaluates test data to ensure compliance with adopted standards.
Assists with coordinating the scope of work for assigned projects, providing direction and clarity to contractors and outside consultants by participating in preliminary project design review. Participates in final acceptance and walk-throughs.
Conducts inspections of road construction, including pre-paving road tests of sub-grade/ base course and paving operations.
Accepts, rejects or requires modification to contracted and in-house crew work as necessary.
Conducts inspection of Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs) associated with construction projects.
Assists in the development of the annual Road and Bridge maintenance programs such as concrete replacements, street surface seals, overlays, and crack fill. Assists in determining the extent of work necessary for each program. Assists in determining the appropriate bid items and quantities for each of these programs. Assists in developing the engineers estimate for each project. Helps in making minor design changes to improve or correct deficiencies.
Collects asset condition and location data into a standardized database ensuring all project specific attributes are accurately captured.

Benefits

Annual, performance-based salary increases.
Promotional opportunities
Training and development to help you grow in your career.
Competitive pay and benefits package, including excellent leave benefits that help maintain strong work/life balance:
15 days (120 hours) of paid vacation per year
13 paid holidays (104 hours) and 3 additional floating holiday (24 hours) per year
12 days (96 hours) of paid sick leave per year
3-day weekends! Work schedule of Monday-Thursday, 10 hours/day (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM) is routine unless weather or other business needs arise.
Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan – see benefits tab for more detail.
Uniforms and laundry service provided.
All PPE provided including a $200 per year allowance for steel toe or composite boots.
On-call pay ($20/day)
CDL training provided.