What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector II - Engineering position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Construction Inspector II - Engineering
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Division
PUB WORKS ENGINEERING
Requisition Number
2025122
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
7 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE08
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$46,074- $61,048 Depending on Qualifications
Job Description
Public Works Engineering is seeking a highly motivated applicant to provide inspection of construction projects for compliance with contract, plans, specifications, and standards. The applicant will be responsible for reviewing plans, ensuring compliance, coordinating with contractors, maintaining records, and responding to inquiries.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, and related construction documents.
- Thorough knowledge of current construction standards, procedures, and techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with citizens, contractors, and city officials.
- Ability to utilize portable and fixed ladders and requires the ability to remove heavy manholes and drop inlet covers for access.
- Ability to do walking and standing frequently on irregular surfaces.
- Tolerant of outside work in all weather conditions.
- Tolerant of noise, dust, and fumes typically generated by construction and paving activities
- Tolerant of working on construction sites sometimes in remote locations with limited access to public facilities.
- Ability to use mathematics involving the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions, measurement, and geometry.
- Ability to provide clear instructions and to identify problems and recommend solutions.
Must possess or obtain within two years of employment:
- Relevant DEQ Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certification
- VDOT certification for materials and construction
- Asphalt Paving Certificate, Asphalt Plant Mix Design, Concrete Certificate, etc.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards may require additional certifications. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards may require additional certifications. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
- DEQ Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Certification
- VDOT Certification for materials and construction (i.e. Asphalt Paving Certificate, Asphalt Plant Mix Design, Concrete Certificate, etc.), ACI
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/31/2025
Job Close Date
04/14/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Medical marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Carrying
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Carrying Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
- City vehicle
- Standard office equipment
- Radio\cellular phone
- Engineering scales and tapes, quality control testing and measuring instruments (tapes, tripods, pressure gauges, calculator, thermometer, etc.)
- Various hands tools including water main valve wrenches
Protective Equipment Required
All Required PPE
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Chemical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Electrical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Fire Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
M = Several Times Per Month
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
W = Several Times Per Week
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
M = Several Times Per Month
Darkness or Poor Lighting
S = Seasonally
Primary Work Location
Office Environment, Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $46,074 - $61,048
