Construction Inspector
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- COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSTYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job OpportunityThis announcement is being reposted to add Covid19 vaccine information in the Additional Information Section.
EXAM NUMBER
C4195N
APPLICATION FILING PERIODBeginning Tuesday April 18 2017 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and may be closed at any time without advanced notice. Essential Job Functions
- AConstruction Inspector is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: inspects permitted activities in the public and flood control district rights of way to ensure compliance with the permit and approved plans; inspects permitted activitiesto ensure proper restoration of existing improvements;interprets engineered construction plans; reports variances and documents inspections; responds to inquiries and complaints from the public; performs continuous inspection on one or more projects; identifies reports resolves minor issues impacting assigned project; ensures approved materials are received and correctly implanted within the project; coordinates testing of materialswhen necessary; performs calculations from the plans verifying locations grades and depth of utilities within the project; identifies noncompliant work and takes appropriate action to bring back into compliance; ensures all changes and/or modifications are noted on the final plans; hasgeneral knowledge of code requirements; makesphotographic documentation of the progression of the assigned project; has basic understanding and use of computers including programs such as Word Excel and Outlook; documents andmaintains thorough accurate and informative daily weekly monthly and final reports; maintains dialog coordination and communication with other departments external agencies and the public;understands CALOSHA worksite safety requirements; uses departmentequipment and safety attire in accordance to all rules and regulations; thoroughly reviews plans and specifications and reports any discrepancies to supervisor;immediately reports critical issues and/or possible delays to supervisor; ensures any required permits have been obtainedand are being followed; completes monthly payment report and submits change order requests when warranted; attends all safety meetings and assigned training classes;and drives to and from assigned projects and complies with all departmental driving policies.
Requirements
MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS:
Oneyear ofexperience in the supervision or inspection of engineering construction work* including reading and interpreting complex construction blueprints andmaking calculationstherefrom.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform jobrelated essential functions.License Information: All successful applicants for this position will be subject to driving record verification before being appointed. Driver License must not be suspended restricted or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO 2 YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED.
PHYSICAL CLASS:Physical Class III Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time with bending stooping squatting twisting and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds and frequent lifting of 1025 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:*Engineering construction work is defined as: horizontal construction including infrastructure projects such asroads bridges flood control facilities utilitiesand otherengineering structures.Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of two parts:
Part I: A qualifying written test covering basic mathematics reading comprehension and the ability to read and interpret complex construction blueprints. Only candidates who achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on the written test will proceed to Part II of the examination.
THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Part II: An interview weighted 100 will evaluate experience personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Final results will be sent by U.S. postal mail. Test scores cannot be disclosed over the phone.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passinggrade in the examination will be placed on the eligibleregister in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of promulgation.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE 12 MONTHS.
Applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Before a final appointment is made to this position candidates are subject to security clearance which includes fingerprinting. An individual may be withheld from appointment if he/she has a conviction record incompatible with the essential duties of the position for which he/she has applied. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Disqualifying factors may include but are not limited to: felony convictions certain jobrelated misdemeanor convictions certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (e.g. 4 or more moving violations within the past 2 years failure to appear atfault accidents and driving under the influence) illegal use of certain controlled substances and/or poor employment history.The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors including but not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process.Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligibleregister for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Works.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.
The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theMinimum Requirements. Please be sure your application shows complete information including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. In the space provided for education include the names and addresses of schools attended titles of courses completed dates completed and number of credits earned. For each job held give the name and address of your employer your job title beginning and ending dates description of work performed and salary earned. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination process.
IMPORTANT NOTES:- Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made.
- FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOTbe sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONand you may be DISQUALIFIED.
FILE USING ONE OF THE METHODS BELOW:
FILING ONLINE
Apply online by clicking on the greenApplybutton at the top right of thisposting. You can track the status of your application using the website.
We must receive your application by 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on the last day of filing.Applicants who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission or fax the documents towithin fifteen 15 calendar days from filing online. Please include your Name Exam Number and the Exam Title on the faxed documents.
FILING BY U.S. MAIL OR IN PERSON
We must receive your completed application at the address below by 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on the last day of filing.
Department of Public Works
Human Resources Division
900 South Fremont Avenue Lobby Floor
Alhambra CA
Phone No.:
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday ONLY between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Please note this office is closed on Fridays.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department Contact Name:Angela Argueta
Department Contact Phone:
Department Contact Email:
ADA Coordinator Phone:
Teletype Phone:
California Relay Services:
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/NonDiscrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in the County workforce regardless of age 40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at .Revised January 2025
Employment Type
Full-Time
