Public Works Inspector II - Department of Transportation

City of Baltimore•Benton, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A Public Works Inspector II ensures that contractors comply with specifications, standards and codes for public construction projects by performing on-site inspections on highway, street, bridge, water and waste water systems facilities or other complex construction projects. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; some evening and weekend hours may be required. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to construction sites, inclement weather, dust, noise and traffic. Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged standing or walking.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
Four years of experience in performing construction inspection work in one of the following areas: highways, streets, bridges or water and sewer system facilities.
Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.
Knowledge of construction methods and procedures.
Knowledge of concrete mixing and pouring.
Knowledge of City construction codes and specifications.
Ability to inspect construction projects to ensure compliance with construction specifications, standards and codes.
Ability to complete routine forms and reports and maintain a daily inspection log.
Ability to perform routine field tests on construction materials.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as if they arise, for a period of at least six months.
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency.
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination.
The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity.
It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position.
Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment.
Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.
You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position.
Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Responsibilities

Performing on-site inspections on highway, street, bridge, water and waste water systems facilities or other complex construction projects.
Ensuring contractors comply with specifications, standards and codes for public construction projects.
Completing routine forms and reports.
Maintaining a daily inspection log.
Performing routine field tests on construction materials.
Training new employees.