Construction Inspector I

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

The ideal candidate for this position would have prior experience inspecting public infrastructure projects be familiar with industry standard transportation and underground utility construction practices and materials used be familiar with the requirements of Caltrans Local Assistance as they relate to construction management and administration be solutions oriented and comfortable working collaboratively in a team environment as well as be an effective communicator both written and verbal.

To inspect work product and materials used in the construction work of a variety of public and private projects to insure conformance with applicable laws ordinances standards plans specifications and departmental regulations.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the construction inspection series. Incumbents of this class perform the more routine inspection work that does not require previous construction inspection experience.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by a higher-level position. Assignments of the Construction Inspector II/III may require the indirect or direct supervision of lower level Construction Inspector positions.

Depending upon assignment duties may include but are not limited to the following:

- Inspect materials and construction work product for City capital improvement and private projects to insure compliance with the contract documents. Observe work during progress and upon completion. Inspection shall include checking lines grade size and location of facilities for conformance with city standards and egulations.
- Be familiar with City Standard Specifications project plans and specifications and Operation and Maintenance requirements to insure project is properly constructed in accordance with all City requirements.
- Prepare documentation and reports in accordance with City standard construction management and inspection procedures.
- Take samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
- Oversee the performance and be knowledgeable of field tests.
- Inspect adjacent properties for damage from construction activity.
- Confer with property owners regarding project schedule hazards and inconvenience.
- Coordinate work with other City departments and utilities.
- Prepare necessary correspondence to the contractor regarding contract requirements.
- Prepare as-built plans for completed projects.
- Review and monitor construction schedule to insure construction is progressing in accordance with contract requirements.
- Perform estimates and documentation of work complete for progress payments.
- Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

- Defects and faults in construction.
- Basic mathematics including algebra geometry and trigonometry.
- Materials methods regulations and requirements relative to the construction and installation of streets gutters storm drains culverts and other related facilities associated with city projects.
- Tools surveying instruments and equipment used in construction of city projects.

Ability to:

- Understand and interpret engineering plans and specifications and to prepare accurate engineering records.
- Deal firmly and tactfully with contractors engineers and property owners.
- Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
- Ability to use computer programs applicable to the work.

Experience and Education

Two years of sub professional engineering experience or journey level public works/utility construction experience including some construction inspection experience.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Probationary Period:

Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

Driver License:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. This requirement may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for individuals with disabilities.

Residency requirement:

Employees in this classification must reside within thirty-five (35) air miles from the freeway interchange at W-X Streets 29th-30th Streets within one year following appointment.