Off-Site Inspector

GENERAL PURPOSE

Inspects workmanship and materials used in a variety of public works projects; and, ensures conformance with plans, specifications, and departmental regulations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receive general supervision from the Civil Engineer. Exercise no supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Reviews plans and specifications of assigned project with construction supervisor; attends pre-construction conferences
• Checks for construction permits; inspects materials for identification as conforming to specifications
• Inspects various structures; such as, driveways, streets, sidewalks, gutters, and other off-site construction; check line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations
• Performs field tests related to sewer and water lines
• Observes and inspects work during progress and upon completion; performs re-inspections after completion; issues stop work orders
• Indicates location of various as-builts on plans
• Inspects adjacent properties for damage from construction activity
• Prepares a variety of activity records and reports
• Takes and prepares samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories
• Records amounts of materials used and work performed; prepares necessary reports for progress payments
• Coordinates work with contractors, property owners, developers, and other City departments and utilities
• Confers with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards, and inconvenience
• Schedules service interruptions with least interference and least inconvenience to properties
• Performs survey work
• Performs related duties, as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in mathematics, civil engineering, or a related field and two years of increasingly responsible experience performing a variety of technical engineering work, including some construction inspection experience. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Arizona driver's license. Level I Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) required within one year of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of construction inspection. Defects and faults in construction. Materials sampling and estimate procedures. Engineering mechanics of structures. Applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned projects. Basic elements of electrical power services and controls.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees regularly are required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or equipment; and reach with hands or arms. Employees are required to walk, kneel, stoop, climb and stand and occasionally to lift up to 50 pounds, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, ability to focus and to distinguish basic colors and/or shades.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees regularly are required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with the general public, contractors, engineers, vendors, public agencies, employees and others who may be encountered in the course of work.

Work Environment:
Position is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather. Position may be subject to extreme heat or cold for periods of more than one hour. Position is subject to hazards: Proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, etc.


FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Revised: 02/06

 

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105 Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100 EOE M/F/D/V AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES 8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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