Construction Inspector

Salary: $27.40 - $35.75 Hourly
Location : City of Athens, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-22
Division: 61 - Utilities Division
Department: Utility Administration
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Job Summary
Performs skilled construction inspection work for municipal infrastructure and development projects. Inspects utility, roadway, drainage, pavement, subdivision, and commercial development improvements to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, City standards, and applicable regulations. Provides technical inspection support to the Utilities and Public Works Departments.
Essential Job Functions
• Performs inspections of public infrastructure, utility, roadway, drainage, subdivision,


commercial development, and capital improvement projects to ensure compliance with approved plans,


specifications, permits, and City standards.
• Inspects installation of water distribution, wastewater collection, storm drainage, pavement,


concrete, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and related public infrastructure improvements.
• Reviews construction staking, line and grade, dimensions, elevations, materials, and testing


reports to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinates with contractors, developers, engineers, testing laboratories, utility providers,


and City staff regarding construction activities and inspection findings.
• Documents project progress through daily inspection reports, photographs, field notes, and


related construction records.
• Identifies deficient work and notifies appropriate parties of required corrective


actions.
• Monitors construction activities for compliance with traffic control, erosion control, trench


safety, and other applicable safety requirements.
• Assists with project closeout activities, final inspections, warranty inspections, and


acceptance of completed improvements.
• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints related to construction and development


activities.
• Provides inspection support to the Utilities and Public Works Departments.
• Adheres to City policies, departmental procedures, and safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of municipal utility, roadway, drainage, pavement, and site development construction practices and inspection procedures.

• Knowledge of construction testing requirements, traffic control, erosion control, trench safety, and applicable construction standards.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, permits, standard details, and City construction standards.

• Ability to identify construction deficiencies, document findings, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, developers, City personnel,and the public.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience:
• Must possess a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal utility construction, public works construction, roadway construction, subdivision development, commercial site development, construction inspection, or related infrastructure projects.
• Associate degree or college coursework in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Public Works, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience inspecting water, wastewater, drainage, street, concrete, and asphalt pavement construction is preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

Special Qualifications:
• Valid Texas Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain certifications relevant to construction inspection and public infrastructure as required by the City.
• APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII), NICET, ICC, ACI, TxDOT, or related certifications are preferred.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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