What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR (SR-19) [8 vacancies] position at City and County of Honolulu?
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The Department of Planning and Permitting, Site Development Division, has seven (7) vacancies for Construction Inspector. These positions are responsible for inspecting wastewater construction projects that involve the installation of sewer lines and appurtenances to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and work agreements. These positions independently inspects all phases of subdivision and frontage improvement construction, and other infrastructure projects involving streets, grading/grubbing/stockpiling and erosion control, trenching, flood control and drainage systems, sewer systems, storm water quality, traffic signs and markings, and ADA improvements in accordance with approved plans, specifications, permits, applicable City standards, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) (permit) requirements, and established codes, policies, and procedures. Operates a vehicle to and from various inspection sites.
There is one (1) vacancy with the Department of Facility Maintenance, Public Building and Electrical Maintenance Division.
Special Working Conditions: Performs on-site field inspections and investigations which include: climbing ladders, descending into trenches, tanks and manholes; crawling through pipes; carrying, sampling, measuring and testing equipment; and walking on uneven or obstructed surfaces. Regular hours anticipated, but may require shift, evening, night, weekend, or holiday weekend to accommodate unusual problems or workload and construction schedules.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments. Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted.
**$6,090 per month (SR-19) salary includes $1,324 shortage differential**
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may substitute for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
TWO (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.
Examples of Qualifying Experience:
Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trade supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution:
Any one of the following will substitute for the required experience:
- An Associate's degree in architectural or engineering drafting from a regionally-accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from a regionally-accredited college or university.
- A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally-accredited college or university.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%
Salary : $1,324 - $6,090
