Construction Inspector
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Job Description
Summary
- Take your construction expertise to the next level! The City of Medford is looking for a Construction Inspector to oversee public works projects ensuring quality safety and compliance. This role offers a mix of field inspections contractor coordination and project documentation all while working on essential infrastructure. If you have construction inspection experience strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards wed love to hear from you!
Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values quality and precision!
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Three 3 years of increasingly responsible experience performing a variety of construction inspection work.
- ODOT General Inspector Certification within 6 months of hire.
- ODOT Asphalt Concrete Pavement Inspector Certification within 6 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:- Erosion and Sediment Control Manager Certification.
Available Schedule:
- 8 hours daily Monday Friday
Compensation & Information on Benefits
This position is part of the AFSCMEemployee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
The anticipated hiring range for theConstruction Inspectorposition is $31.37(first step) to $32.94or $34.59(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education experience andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:- Medical vision and dental benefits for employee and family paid at 100 by the City with the opportunity to buyup to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance policy value of $50000 paid by the City
- Longterm disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRAVEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100 fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employees 6 contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employees retirement planning
Additional Benefits:- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The Citys Wellness Program promotes physical social emotional intellectual financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the Citysfully equipped fitness center24/7
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Performs inspections for a variety of projects in the process of construction and reports to Construction Manager for compliance with contract documents engineering standards development standards and other regulations or ordinances relating to the safety health and welfare of the public. Inspections can include:
- Construction projects streets alleys storm drain and sanitary sewer systems sidewalks and other Public Works projects.
- Development permits related to work in the right of way.
- Compliance with contract documents standard and special specifications details plans and standard construction practices.
- Work in progress to verify that procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications.
- Prepares and maintains daily progress reports and records of inspection activities photographs project progression and verifies pay estimates.
- Drives to various sites around the city for construction inspections.
- Computes daily and monthly estimates of work completed reconciles quantities with contractors and supplies payment recommendation to contractors and construction.
- Identifies and reports nonstandard safety and traffic control practices; performs or analyzes tests to provide to Construction Manager.
- Pursues and resolves citizen complaints involving Public Works and related issues.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with engineering staff operations code enforcement staff contractors and other professionals City staff and the public.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations and work processes provides quality customer service.
- Assists engineering staff with surveying drafting specifications and bidding documents reviews plans prior to final Department approval.
- Assists engineering staff with infrastructure inventories and maintenance of records.
- Communicates and coordinates with engineering staff for capital improvement projects.
- Communicates with fellow inspectors regarding new procedures documentation construction issues etc.
- Possesses a full understanding of construction phasing principles and concepts.
- Attends or conducts preconstruction and other meetings. May be required to explain inspection standards and administrative procedures if requested.
- Attends continuing education classes and seminars to keep current with construction techniques materials and best practices.
- Scope of the assigned area of responsibility will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the Public Works Director.
Other Functions of the Position:- Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
- Fosters an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
- Is an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.
- Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
Competencies:Composure Effective performers maintain emotional control even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.
Customer Orientation Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Industry Knowledge Effective performers understand the general workings of the industry within which the organization functions. They monitor activities and trends within these arenas and maintain a current knowledge base. They use this knowledge to further the organization/departments goals.
Integrity Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.
Team Player Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources respond to requests from other parts of the organization and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.
Written Communication Effective performers write clearly and concisely composing informative and convincing memos emails letters reports and other documents. Regardless of the format they can use the written language to convey both substance and intent with accuracy.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
This position involves a combination of field and office work. The office environment is generally climatecontrolled with moderate noise levels and involves prolonged periods of computer use. Fieldwork a core component of this role requires exposure to various outdoor conditions including rain heat and cold. Fieldwork locations may include congested traffic areas and uneven terrain. Construction sites can be dusty and may have fumes from various materials. Interaction with the public is also a possibility during fieldwork.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. This position requires extended periods of standing and walking with occasional sitting. Must be able to crouch bend stoop twist turn and balance. The employee regularly operates various office equipment including computers printers copy machines calculators and telephones. Good eyesight hearing balance and dexterity are required.- Performs inspections for a variety of projects in the process of construction and reports to Construction Manager for compliance with contract documents engineering standards development standards and other regulations or ordinances relating to the safety health and welfare of the public. Inspections can include:
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a see resume response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:
- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:- Criminal history background investigation
- Favorable driving record
- Physical
- Clear drug screen following federal law
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance:- If you have questions about the job posting please contact the Human Resources department at.
- For technical assistance completing your online application please contact Government Jobs at.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215 must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based uponrace religion color national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age ancestry status as a protected veteran physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process please contactor email:.
Employment Type
Full-Time
