Utility Inspector and Plans Examiner

Highlands Ranch•Highlands Ranch, CO

6d•$34 - $41•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is crucial for shaping the future of the community’s water and wastewater infrastructure. The Utility Inspector and Plans Examiner will serve as the District's expert for inspecting water and sewer construction, reviewing development plans, and ensuring all projects adhere to District standards. This is a dynamic position that combines fieldwork, technical review, and collaboration.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
Minimum of five years of relevant experience performing utility inspections, and/or water and sewer construction experience.
Proficient in understanding and interpreting engineering construction plans.
Take directions from others as well as work independently with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment.
Demonstrate safe and effective use while operating listed tools and equipment.
Knowledge of construction standards.
Team player, willing to jump in and help wherever needed.
Ability to interpret District standards, specifications, rules and regulations and determine if projects are in compliance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give and take directions and provide potentially controversial findings with developers, engineers and contractors.
Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements relating to water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Must be able to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems.
Ability to perform required mathematical computations.
Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information verbally and in writing, to contractors, developers, property owners, employees, consultants, and the public.
Ability to read and understand technical literature, maps, schematic drawings, blueprints, and equipment operations and maintenance manuals.
Utilize computers and an iPad to enter and record daily maintenance tasks and generate work orders in our asset management program.
Follow through tasks and adapt to changing priorities, process conditions, and circumstances.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials and the public and work with people from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a team.
Represent the district professionally with integrity and excellence.
Encourage a respectful, collaborative, and accountable work environment while demonstrating ethical conduct in all interactions.

Responsibilities

Inspect and approve all phases of public and private water and wastewater system improvements to ensure construction is completed using appropriate and sound techniques, in full compliance with approved plans and District standards and specifications, including adherence to all special requirements, rules, and regulations.
Operate valves on behalf of the Contractor and as needed to support construction activities.
Provide and coordinate advanced notice to customers prior to planned disruptions to water or sewer services to accommodate construction improvements.
Issue correction notices for any defective or out-of-compliance work within the District’s scope of authority and collaborate with the Contractor to ensure corrective action is satisfactorily performed.
Supervise and approve quality control testing for new construction such as sewer main air tests and water main pressure tests.
Administer disinfection clear water testing for water lines and appurtenances prior to placing them in service.
Perform and issue final inspection punch lists upon completion of water and sewer improvements.
Notify the Engineering Development Manager upon satisfactory completion of eligible improvements and provide a recommendation for initial acceptance and commencement of the warranty period.
Track ongoing warranty status and inspect improvements prior to the end of warranty and provide recommendations for final acceptance to the Engineering Development Manager.
Guide developers and consulting engineers through the District’s application and plan approval processes for new construction and tenant finish projects.
Review site civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans for compliance with District standards and specifications.
Issue comprehensive, written correction notices identifying design deficiencies or conflicts with the District standard specifications.
Coordinate with District GIS staff to ensure approved plans accurately transition to the asset management system.
Participate in strategic planning and coordination of water system shutdowns and sewer bypasses.
Independently schedule and conduct Pre-Construction meetings to introduce project stakeholders and outline District expectations for the project upon plan approval for new projects.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
100% contribution match for the pension plan
Up to 6% employer contribution for the optional retirement plan
80 hours of earned vacation per year, increasing after 5 years
80 hours of annual sick leave
32 hours of annual personal leave
10 paid (8 hour) holidays
200 hours of medical leave with certification
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement.
Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.
Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
Generous stipend for personal cell phone.
Discounts for employees on over 1,000 products and services.