Senior Inspector
About The Position
Performs technical duties related to conducting and overseeing construction management services and inspections on District and developer projects. This is a journey-level classification, fully competent to independently perform a variety of technical duties related to inspection of District and developer projects. Incumbents are expected to be familiar with diverse procedures and situations and generally receive only occasional instruction or direction for new or unusual situations. The role requires familiarity with the District’s operating procedures and policies. The Senior Inspector performs field construction inspections of water facilities and related infrastructure, ensures construction follows applicable plans, safety codes, permits, environmental requirements, and District standards, and assists with contract administration. The position also maintains project and inspection records, investigates customer complaints, helps identify future pipeline replacement projects, and supports project mapping. Work involves frequent vehicle travel and outdoor activity in varying weather conditions, with occasional changes to working hours or overtime.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Either four years of journey-level construction inspection experience that includes inspection of public works water facilities, or six years of increasingly responsible experience in water treatment/distribution facility maintenance and operations.
- Two years of education equivalent to completion of a curriculum beyond 12th grade in construction management, construction inspection, or another applicable field may substitute for two years of work experience.
- Valid California Department of Motor Vehicles driver’s license and proof of a good driving record, with no multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two years; the driving record must not increase the District’s automobile rates. Accommodation may be considered case by case for individuals who cannot meet this requirement due to a physical disability.
- Possession and maintenance of a State of California Water Distribution Operator Certificate, Grade D2.
- Possession and maintenance of a State of California Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T1.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including on uneven terrain.
- Hearing and vision within normal ranges, with or without correction.
- Wear CalOSHA-approved protective footwear rated at a minimum ANSI I/75 or equivalent ASTM rating.
- Ability to travel frequently by vehicle for District business and communicate frequently with management, coworkers, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Perform field construction inspections of wells, storage facilities, pump stations, transmission and distribution pipelines, and appurtenances.
- Ensure construction activities comply with applicable plans, safety codes and requirements, permits, environmental requirements, and District standards and specifications.
- Assist with contract administration by reviewing change orders and monthly reports and recommending scope-of-work changes.
- Schedule and attend pre-construction meetings and monitor site conditions before construction begins.
- Attend meetings as directed.
- Maintain inspection, materials testing, change-order, and other records and daily reports using a variety of methods.
- Investigate customer complaints.
- Assist in identifying areas for future main and pipeline replacement projects.
- Assist in obtaining project information needed for mapping.
- Maintain regular attendance and follow the prescribed work schedule.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other District employees, and the public using good customer service principles.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
