Right of Way/Construction Inspector
About The Position
Under general supervision, inspects infrastructure and right of way construction projects to assure compliance with approved plans and specifications; assures construction projects meet state and federal regulations, and Public Works Department (PWD) safety and quality standards. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, inspecting construction activities for compliance with approved plans, contract specifications, and Public Works Department (PWD) standards; performing onsite inspection of paving, drainage, sewer, water, concrete structures, sidewalks and ADA accessibility ramps; reporting deficiencies to supervisor. Reviews documents; performs technical review of plans and project specifications. Meets with contractors to discuss inspection issues and concerns; facilitates pre-construction meetings; interprets and clarifies state and local building and safety codes. Tests water and sewer main lines for environmental compliance. Recommends acceptance of project milestone completions. Monitors job sites, and enforces compliance to City policies, procedures, and safety standards. Follows all safety rules and regulations, and utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations. Maintains records and logs of inspection services performed. Reviews construction, paving and drainage plans for compliance with City construction standards. Supports the divisional operations with regular and timely attendance at work. Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position. Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- General construction inspection experience
- Engineering related course work or applicable technical preparation
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of reading engineering plans and construction specifications
- Knowledge of safety precautions, rules, and regulations for construction sites
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of inspecting the construction of infrastructure, street and drainage improvements
- Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in public works construction projects
- Knowledge of City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and Public Works Department (PWD) facility locations
- Skill in reading and understanding plans, specifications, and schematics
- Skill in maintaining records and files
- Skill in promoting and enforcing safe work practices
- Skill in establishing and cooperative working relationships with co-workers
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software
- Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- A valid Texas State Driver's License is required
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of state and federal technical codes and regulations governing public works construction projects, including Texas State Department of Transportation (TxDOT) standards, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) water quality regulations, and ADA accessibility standards are preferred
- Special technical training and certifications may be required for some incumbents
Responsibilities
- Inspects construction activities for compliance with approved plans, contract specifications, and Public Works Department (PWD) standards
- Performs onsite inspection of paving, drainage, sewer, water, concrete structures, sidewalks and ADA accessibility ramps
- Reports deficiencies to supervisor
- Reviews documents and performs technical review of plans and project specifications
- Meets with contractors to discuss inspection issues and concerns
- Facilitates pre-construction meetings
- Interprets and clarifies state and local building and safety codes
- Tests water and sewer main lines for environmental compliance
- Recommends acceptance of project milestone completions
- Monitors job sites, and enforces compliance to City policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Follows all safety rules and regulations, and utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed
- Reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations
- Maintains records and logs of inspection services performed
- Reviews construction, paving and drainage plans for compliance with City construction standards
- Supports the divisional operations with regular and timely attendance at work
- Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use
- Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff
- Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
