Construction Inspector - Planning & Development

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

The role of construction inspector involves responsible inspection work in quality control of projects primarily in engineering, residential, commercial and right-of-way projects, primarily in earthwork, drainage, and road construction to ensure compliance with all applicable County ordinances, Land Development Code, standards, and approved construction drawings. The inspector will confer with project engineers and contractors to ensure compliance with all applicable County Ordinances, Land Development Code, standards, plans, and specifications. Responsibilities include ensuring that the engineer and/or contractor provides the required number and types of tests needed for the project and other required documents, preparing daily written reports on all inspection activities, collecting test reports and forming a project file for submission to the supervisor for review, investigating and preparing reports on citizen complaints pertaining to compliance with County ordinances and the Land Development Code, providing site inspections, and performing related work as required. Knowledge of testing procedures used in civil engineering inspections. Knowledge of construction procedures and materials, the ability to interact with local contractors and engineers, and the skill to formulate concise inspection reports. Knowledge and experience with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards and methods is preferred. Ability to prepare inspection reports. Ability to read construction site plans. Ability to work in a team environment.

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, and sitting. Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology OR graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and two (2) years experience in a responsible position with a contractor, engineer, or governmental entity performing construction inspection or related duties. One (1) year of college work in civil engineering preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

ADA STATEMENT

A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES

All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans preference in appointment for preference-eligible applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pasco County, FL