Construction Inspector I or II

The City of Independence is seeking a highly motivated solution-oriented individual to join our Community Development Department as a Construction Inspector I/II. This position will be responsible for inspection of new rehabilitation and replacement of public infrastructure and related materials and activities review and approval of submittals review of proposed construction plans and general administration of associated construction FunctionsThe Construction Inspector I/II may perform a combination of some or all the following responsibilities and duties and perform related duties as assigned. Key Responsibilities Include:Inspection of new rehabilitation and replacement of public infrastructure and related materials and activities review and approval of submittals review of proposed construction plans and general administration of associated construction activities. Use city software to review and inspect the citys Rights-of-Way on residential and commercial building permits. Should demonstrate interest in growing skills knowledge and career and must be detail-oriented with multi-tasking capabilities in a fast-paced customer service skills including the ability to communicate tactfully with the public. Solution-focused diligent driven to action and takes pride in their workMinimum Qualifications Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent;ANDThree years of progressively responsible related experience or any combination of education training and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job Special Requirements and/or Qualifications:Must have a valid drivers license. Must complete required NIMS 100 (IS-100.C) and NIMS 700 (IS-00700.b) and MoDOT LPA Basic training within the first six months of Inspection of Concrete Series within first twelve (12) months of Skills and Abilities Required: Knowledge of principles practices and standards of engineering and construction. Skill in applying mathematical concepts and and ability in recordkeeping report preparation filing computer applications related to work including data input into Cityworks data management system OneOffice or other construction management software and general office practices. Ability to read and interpret construction plans blueprints and local laws rules and Demands/Work Environment: Hand dexterity to operate personal computer and other equipment related to job. Incumbent is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; use of hands to handle finger or feel and to reach with hands and arms. May be required to lift up to 25 conditions are in both office environment and outdoor weather Testing Background checkIn addition to the application testing and/or examinations may be required for further Open until Filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry marital status veteran status age disability pregnancy genetic information citizenship status sex sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening drug-free City of Independence provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job please submit your request to Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature level and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities demands and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment compensation or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add delete or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.