Public Works Inspector I-II-III

Ventura County•Ventura, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs technical field or laboratory inspections of moderate (at the I and II level) difficulty on public works construction projects; and performs related duties as required. At the III level, inspects a variety of public works and subdivision construction projects of moderate size and complexity; and/or performs a variety of field and laboratory tests on public works construction materials; and/or performs construction inspection on road or flood control encroachment projects; and performs related work as required. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction inspection of transportation, flood control, water and sewer facilities, and/or land development projects and excellent skills in MS Office software (Excel, Word, Access) and Geographic Information System (GIS); knowledge of Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) or stormwater best management practices. Experience with record keeping and thorough documentation of field activities and observations; skill with report writing including effective enforcement correspondence; and familiarity with materials testing and inspection.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license.
Skill in the use of computers and MS Office software.
Customer service and communication skills and ability to interact effectively with contractors, the public and other Agencies.
Excellent skills in record keeping and documentation, clear and concise (effective) report writing abilities.
Must meet requirements for the Cal/OSHA Respiratory Fit Program.
Some to working knowledge (depending on level in the series) of: principles of algebra, geometry and trigonometry; standard specifications and tests for materials normally used on construction projects; the principles of engineering construction, design and land surveying.
Some to working ability (depending on level in the series) of: read and interpret basic engineering plans and specifications; perform inspections at mixing plants and effectively enforce compliance with plans and specifications; assist in making construction inspections of limited scope; use laboratory equipment and make tests of construction materials; maintain notes and write accurate and concise reports; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

Experience related to construction inspection of transportation, flood control, water and wastewater, and/or land development projects
Working experience in computer software, databases, spreadsheets, and construction management software.
Knowledge of design and construction standards, environmental regulations, and/or stormwater best management practices
Skill in Geographic Information System (GIS).
Knowledge of Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) or stormwater best management practices.
Thorough knowledge of (III): the methods, materials, and standards involved in the construction of a variety of public works projects; standard specifications governing public works construction materials; and problems involved in securing adherence to standards.
Thorough ability to (III): perform a variety of field and laboratory materials control testing, including the application of specialized techniques in the calculation and evaluation of test results; develop a comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and requirements and of mix design; test aggregates and their mixes and interpret results; understand, interpret and apply specifications and plans; maintain records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective relationships with others.

Responsibilities

Takes field samples of base and sub-base materials and test for relative compaction, abrasion, sand equivalency, resistance values, oil mix, etc.
Maintains accurate and complete notes on tests and calculates data from tests.
Makes routine checks of gradations, proportions and quality of raw materials used at concrete, base and sub-base mix plants.
Makes routine inspections of supplies, equipment, materials and workmanship used by a contractor in construction work for County and special district projects to ensure conformance to the standards established in the specifications.
Writes reports and maintains records as required.
Performs construction inspection on private and public works projects to ensure compliance with permits and approved plans and specifications; inspects stormwater best management practices.
Conducts permit inspections and plan checks, and verifies that they meet County or other special district standards.
Inspects subgrade, steel reinforcement, fill/cut slopes, concrete, fencing, roads, bank stabilization, the construction of water distribution piping systems, sewage collection piping, booster pump stations, lift stations, water works, and other constructive work, and supplies, equipment, materials, workmanship, etc., used by contractors in construction work to ensure conformance to the standards established in the specifications.
Generates daily and weekly inspection reports, submitting as required, and maintains electronic records; documents changes in the construction field for the as-built record drawings.
Investigates complaints, coordinates enforcement actions, and prepares all necessary documentation; responds to public inquiries and provides customer services.
May prepare, coordinate, and conduct training/safety meetings and maintain all related records.
Performs related duties as required.

Benefits

General Salary Increase: 3.5% effective December 20, 2026; and 3.5% effective December 19, 2027.
Educational Incentive: An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree OR 5% for completion of a graduate degree.
Bilingual Incentive: Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I); $1.00 per hour (Level II); or $1.32 per hour (Level III).
Vacation Accrual: New regular, full-time employees shall accrue approximately 14 days of vacation a year for the first 10,400 hours or 5 years of service; vacation accruals increase at 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 20 years of service topping out at 26 days a year and 400 hours of vacation hours banked.
Vacation Redemption: After 14,560 hours of continuous service an employee may elect to "cash in" or redeem up to 80 hours of vacation accrued in the same year after using 80 hours of vacation in the preceding 12 months.
Sick Leave: Full-time Regular employees accrue 3.08 hours of sick leave per pay period with an advance at hire of 40.04 hours which will be balanced at the completion of 13 bi-weekly pay periods.
Deferred Compensation: Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.
Health Plans: Full-time employees are afforded a flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans: Tier One for employee only is $463.99 per biweekly pay period, Tier Two for employee plus one is $834.32 per biweekly pay period and Tier Three for employee plus family is $1,024.11 per biweekly pay period.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase spending power through reimbursement of pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Pension Plan: Both the County and employees contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If eligible, reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems, such as PERS.
Holidays: 13 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Overtime compensation