Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector

Reports to the Construction Inspection Supervisor and is responsible for inspecting the safe, effective, and efficient construction of public works projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, various codes and departmental policies.

Essential Duties:

• Inspect work quality and materials relating to the construction of projects within the ROW and to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
• Check for construction permits, ROW permits, ROW registration and inspect materials for identification and conformance to specifications.
• Inspect Dry Utility projects in the ROW & Easement to ensure compliance with the plans.
• Inspect various structures such as street systems, drainage facilities, water and sewer systems, and other construction; checks line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures and improvements for conformance with plans, specifications and regulations.
• Review plans and specifications of assigned project(s) and lead preconstruction meetings with engineers, contractors, developers, city staff, etc. to discuss general information.
• Takes and prepares samples or observes sampling of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
• Observes quality testing
• Observes and inspects work during progress and upon completion, performs re-inspections after completion, issues stop work orders informing Supervisor and other staff as appropriate
• Reviews "As-Built" plans for accuracy.
• Collect, review, and maintain documents related to project close out or construction.
• Coordinate work with engineers, contractors, property owners, developers, City and franchise utilities, laboratories and other city departments.
• Prepare a variety of activity records and reports.
• Reviews pay estimates for verification of construction quantities
• Attends or leads project coordination meetings as required
• Conduct project close-out walkthroughs as well as 2-year warranty walkthroughs.
• Monitor job status tracker for any upcoming walkthroughs needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licenses & Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least four (4) years' experience in Public Works construction inspection or five (5) years' experience in street maintenance, drainage, water and/or wastewater.
• OR Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Valid Texas State Driver's License at hire date, and eligibility for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, methods, terminology, materials, equipment, and safety hazards and prevention regarding public works Construction activities.
• Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Soil mechanics and geology.
• Knowledge of engineering mechanics of structures.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned public works projects.
• Survey trade principles and practices.
• Traffic control devices and standards.
• Accessibility standards.
• Skilled in identifying defects and faults in construction.
• Skilled in materials sampling, quality testing equipment and procedures, and estimate procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the Construction of assigned City public works projects.
• Ability to analyze, understand interpret engineering plans, maps, and specification's, and prepare accurate engineering records
• Ability to deal firmly and tactfully with contractors, engineers, and property owners.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to Keep up with email and other forms of communication in a timely manner.
• Ability to detect and locate faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to Utilize tools and equipment used in construction, engineering and surveying trade including level, slump cone, engineer's scale, measuring wheel, calculator, computer, and pin finder.
• Ability to recognize inefficiencies and problems regarding standard construction details and practices and make recommendations for improvement.

Core Values:

• Integrity- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values
• Collaboration- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together
• Consistency- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace
• Servant leadership- Actively listening to exert a positive influence
• Mutual respect- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other
• Forward-thinking- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, handle or feel with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment may be loud (moderate, loud, very loud). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

The City of Hutto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.