Airport Construction Inspector
Airport Construction Inspector
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Job Description
Close Date: Saturday May:00 AM
Department: Aviation Department
Function Design & Construction
Salary: $23.00 $42.09 Commensurate with Experience
SUMMARY
The Airport Construction Inspector ensures compliance with a variety of specifications and regulations. This position is technical and requires administrative work at the full performance level in conducting inspections of construction and contract projects.Work is performed under supervision and reviewed for completeness and adequacy of results obtained. Considerable contact with the contractor and airport employees.
Work hours are based on assigned projects. Schedule subject to overtime irregular hours nights and weekends based on assignment. Schedule subject to change and emergency calls back to work.
This position requires considerable work on the open movement area of Charlotte Douglas International Airport and the surrounding area. This work requires strict adherence to build code and all FAA NCDOT City of Charlotte specifications and protocols to promote a safe environment for all employees tenants commercial contractors and the traveling public.
This position oversees projects that involve civil mechanical structural and electrical engineering and construction. Work may include but not be limited to paving (concrete) asphalt of state or citymaintained roadways taxiways runways shoulders apron areas airfield electrical improvements and demo fuel systems etc. This work may also include vertical construction such as aircraft hangars terminal building construction and rehab concourses etc.
Responsibilities:
Examines and interprets technical plans and specifications for construction projects. Field inspector representing the Airport overseeing contractors that have been awarded airport projects. Coordinates between contractors and the Airport management. Inspect and prepare daily report for all projects utilizing Project Management Information Systems software. Prepares punch lists for contracts in the programs. Available to meet when questions arise regarding the contract. Available to meet with contractors regarding issues that arise in the field. Conducts inspections on airfield roadway and buildings owned by the Airport. These inspections include Runway Taxiway and Terminal Ramp the main terminal building and all other buildings owned by the airport. Works under the guidance of a Chief Construction Inspector to deal with field construction problems/situations with contractors working on Airport projects. Use of technical judgement & discretion related to adherence of project plans and specifications. Attend meetings such as preconstruction weekly progress and other project related meetings to review project schedules and project related matters with contractor and airport management Perform detailed inspections and measurements of construction projects to ensure compliance with all applicable plans and specifications Accept or Reject work being performed by contractors based on plans and specifications Coordinate schedule and observe appropriate materials testing for the type of work being performed. Review quantities and update the monthly payment tracking spreadsheet. Redline drawings based on deviations from the project plans and specifications. Provides escorting as needed within the SIDA Fence and TSA Security inspection at construction access gates. Helps maintain Airport operations during inclement weather (snow duty)
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school with three years of experience in field inspections involving construction contracts required; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work/industry/military/jobspecific experience that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties. An associates degree in architecture civil engineering or a related field is preferred.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Considerable knowledge of materials/methods/practices used in buildingelectrical services with some knowledge of HVAC Systems
- Considerable knowledge of critical construction stages for detection & correction of defects/violations
- Knowledge of possible defects in construction & effective corrective measures
- Some knowledge of ordinances/codes/regulations/specifications governing public construction & contracts
- Ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions
- Ability to prepare/read & interpret construction plans/specifications/blueprints / recognize deviations from plans in the construction process
- Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with employees/tenants/contractors/public/agencies
- Ability to look ahead and recognize problematic issues before they arise.
- Observant with great attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to learn comprehend and apply all standard operating and safety procedures for airport operations
- Good time management
General Information:
- Work hours are based on assigned projects. Schedule subject to overtime irregular hours including evenings and weekends based on assignment; also schedule subject to change and emergency calls back to work.
- Valid drivers license with no more than 6 points and the ability to obtain and maintain city driving permit.
- Certain convictions will disqualify individuals from unescorted access privileges and therefore exclude them from employment.
- MAT driver endorsement (obtain within 120 days of employment).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Citys Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes but is not limited to: reference checks social security verification education verification criminal conviction record check and if applicable a credit history check sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidates written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a preemployment drugscreening test and physical examination. During the selection process candidates may be asked to take a skills test and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street Suite 200 Charlotte NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST) excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process please email .
The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request auxiliary aids written materials in alternate formats language access and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request please email callor visit us in person at700 4th St. Charlotte NC 28202.
BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcoholfree workplace.
Employment Type
Full-Time
