Inspector II Public Works Operations Maintenance

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Colorado Springs, CO - USA

profile Hourly Salary: $ 31 - 37
Posted on: 09-11-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Description / Position Overview

Inspector II - Public Works Operations & Maintenance
The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome an Inspector II to the Public Works Operations & maintenance Team! As an Inspector II for this team you will perform technical preliminary interim and final construction inspections for assigned engineering projects. These projects include roads streets appurtenant structures catch basins storm basins bridges drainage facilities buildings sidewalks curbs and gutters cross pans and squared returns.

*This position is subject to budget-required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year and any furloughs subsequently approved.*



Benefits Offered:

  • Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
  • PERA Retirement
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation Sick and Holidays
  • Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
  • Wellness Programs Fitness Classes and Gym Discounts
  • Medical Management Programs
  • Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Long Term Care
  • HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
  • Read more about our many benefits at this link: Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00AM - 3:30PM. Subject to on call/standby and emergency call out
    Hiring Salary:$31.11 - $37.35

    Were an accredited pay equity employer!

    Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. As an employee with the City of Colorado Springs there is room to grow! Click this link to view the salary range for this position: 2025 Salary Schedule


    As an Inspector II for this team you will:
    • Conduct technical Inspects of construction replacement and repair projects in the public right-of-way
    • Respond to all grading complaints and thoroughly investigate to help resolve any conflicts that may arise
    • Ensure all construction activities meet City codes engineering standards and local state and federal environmental regulations
    • Coordinate with City staff contractors developers and other agencies; provide technical guidance and documentation including reports and records
    • Understand storm drain operations capabilities and limitations of equipment
    • Operate a single/tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander during snow removal operations
    • Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts mowing patching potholes removing debris and shoveling asphalt and snow
    • Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

    We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
    Knowledge of:
    • Operations services and activities of a comprehensive civil engineering inspection program
    • Basic engineering designs and construction management
    • Methods and techniques of concrete and materials testing and analysis; asphalt overlay repair and maintenance; and soil aggregates and associated pavement materials
    • Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations
    • ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) regulations and requirements
    Ability to:
    • Work independently and as a member of a team
    • Read and interpret blueprints
    • Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships
    • Demonstrate experience with exemplifying leadershipexceptionalcollaboration communication analytical and interpersonal skills

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
    • Three years of full-time professional experience in a related field
    • Possess or obtain upon hire and maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado drivers license not subject to restrictions

    Substitutions:We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences.Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

    We encourage all to apply!

    Preferred Qualifications

    The following qualifications are not requiredbut they are considered desirable.Ifyou possess any ofthe preferred qualifications please include specific details inyour application.This information may beused to identify a top group of applicants.

    • An associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering technology or a related field
    • Inspection certifications in material testing especially in asphalt paving concrete placement and drainage maintenance
    • Experience with overseeing drainage functions
    • Possess upon hire and ability to maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges

      (NOTE: CURRENT CDLs MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT .)

    Additional Information

    Please contact Jamie Garcia ator for any questions about this position.

    Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and20 lbs. frequently and sit stand and walk for extended periods. The ability to safely operate assigned vehicles is also required.

    Environmental Conditions
    Primary Work Environment - Office/field setting with travel from site to site

    Extreme Temperature Daily (possible exposure to inclement weather)
    Wetness and Humidity Daily
    Respiratory Hazards Several times per week (dirt dust gases/fumes odors)
    Noise and Vibrations Daily
    Physical Hazards Daily (toxic chemicals)
    Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards Occasionally (electrical currents)
    Exposure to Communicable Diseases Rarely

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

    The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.

    NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.

    The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Description / Position OverviewInspector II - Public Works Operations & MaintenanceThe City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome an Inspector II to the Public Works Operations & maintenance Team! As an Inspector II for this team you will perform technical preliminary interim and final constructio...
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Key Skills

  • Construction Experience
  • Lean
  • Management Experience
  • Process Improvement
  • Conflict Management
  • Experience Administering Injections
  • SAP EWM
  • OSHA
  • Fireworks
  • Guest Services
  • Knowledge Management
  • EHS