Construction Inspector - Bridges (Engineering Technician 3)
$40.27 - $49.52 per hourMultnomah County
- # Construction Inspector - Bridges (Engineering Technician 3)Applylocations: Portland, ORtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-19783**Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.****Pay Range:**$40.27 - $49.52 Hourly**Department:**Department of Community Services (DCS)**Job Type:**Regular Represented**Exemption Status:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):****The Opportunity:**\*only apply for this position once\**First review of applications will be made on July 27th, 2026.*# **OVERVIEW:**This work matters!The Multnomah County Department of Community Services, Transportation Division is looking for a full-time Construction Inspector - Bridges **(****Engineering Technician 3)**!As an Engineering Technician 3 with the Multnomah County Transportation Division, you will work primarily as a construction inspector in partnership with County Project Managers in the delivery of capital improvement projects on the County’s six Willamette River bridges (Sellwood, Hawthorne, Morrison, Burnside, Broadway, and Wapato).You will be ensuring that the complex, challenging work to rehabilitate and enhance our transportation infrastructure is done correctly and efficiently, and at the highest quality possible. You will work on the electrical, mechanical, and structural rehabilitation of very large movable bridges, and help bring transformative roadway projects into being.You will work on teams that solve critical, difficult construction challenges, and ensure that the hired Contractor executes the work in accordance with the agreed on plans. At times you will lead the other project inspectors, assigning work and scheduling them to ensure adequate inspection coverage. Many of these projects are funded with federal dollars, which require extensive attention to detail and documentation. You will work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment and will need to have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills.Your main duties will include:* Perform construction inspection of bridge and/or road projects, which may include reinforced concrete and structural steel installation, shop fabrication, paint, surveys, grading, surfacing, drainage and others;* Keep construction inspection records and prepare reports; lead the project quality and quantity documentation and closeout process;* Mentor and coach less experienced staff;* Coordinate and schedule day-to-day inspections, facilitate communication between the parties involved in the delivery of capital projects including County staff, consultant engineers, and construction contractors;* Serve as a subject matter expert on construction standards, practices, laws and regulations;* Review project plans and specifications;* Plan and administer multiple smaller projects or parts of a larger project;* Coordinate project safety and quality assurance functions; and* Assist in developing standards and procedures.## ## **Who Are We?** Our department’s mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too.What We Can Offer You:DCS comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services and Transportation.The common mission of these diverse lines of business is articulated in this very simple statement: *Inclusive community. Accessible services.* So, with us, you will be challenged, you will be encouraged to excel, you will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community.At Multnomah County, we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.*This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary and limited duration positions while the eligible for hire list is active.*# **TO QUALIFY:**We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills\*:* Equivalent to an Associate degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering, surveying technology, construction management, or related field (In lieu of a degree, we will consider equivalent years of qualifying training and/or experience)* Three (3) to six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in public works bridge and roadway construction inspection* Valid driver licensePreferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills\*:You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.* Federal-aid Project Inspection and Documentation* Supervision/Coordination of staff* Bridge Construction Inspection* ODOT Certification in Bridge Inspection, General Inspection\*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.# **SCREENING AND EVALUATION:****The Application Packet:**Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:**1. Online application:** Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.**2. Attach a resume:** Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.**3. A Cover Letter (optional):** This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.*Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting. Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.****Internal candidates:*** After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. **Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.****The Selection Process:**For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:* Initial review of minimum qualifications* Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates* Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing* Professional reference checks# # **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:**Type of Position: This hourly, union-represented position is eligible for overtime.Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. There may be some flexibility with the regular start and end times.Location: Multnomah County Bridge Shop (1403 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214)Telework Type: Ad-hoc telework - there may be opportunities for some work tasks to be performed from home on an ad-hoc basis, but this position is expected to perform the majority of their work from the County location above or from the field.Benefits: Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees.Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.Serving the Public, Even During DisastersEveryday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.**In accordance with** **Oregon Law**, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.**Diversity and Inclusion:** At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.**Veterans’ Preference:** Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.**Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:** We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.**Questions?****Recruiter:**Vlad Mirko**Email:**View email address on click.appcast.io**Phone:**+1 (503) 3184861Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.*Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.*
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