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Inspector II - City Right-of-Way
The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome an Inspector II to the Right of Way Management & Inspection team!
In this position, you will perform highly technical preliminary, interim, and final construction inspections for assigned engineering projects, which may include roads, streets, appurtenant structures, catch basins, storm basins, bridges, drainage facilities, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, cross pans, and squared returns.
In this position, you will perform highly technical preliminary, interim, and final construction inspections for assigned engineering projects, which may include roads, streets, appurtenant structures, catch basins, storm basins, bridges, drainage facilities, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, cross pans, and squared returns.
Benefits Offered:
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Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt with opportunity for overtime when necessary
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30AM - 4:00PM
As an Inspector II, you will:
- Perform technical engineering inspections of construction sites, utility trenches, restoration of city assets, and backfill procedures in the City Right-of-Way
- Ensure that all work completed complies with City codes and engineering standards, American with Disabilities Act regulations, and approved engineering specifications and plans
- Ensure construction is in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Investigate citizen and business complaints related to assigned area of responsibility
- Inspect construction, replacement, and repair projects in the public right-of-way; ensure that all projects are completed in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, codes and regulations
- Conduct and analyze tests on soil aggregate, asphalt, and concrete for compliance with compaction densities and specifications outlined in City ordinances
- Oversee subdivision construction functions; review and inspect construction, final release of financial assurances, and acceptance of improvements within the Public Right-of-Way and Public Easements
- Oversee grading and erosion control to ensure conformance to City Engineering Standards and Specifications; respond to all grading complaints and thoroughly investigate to help resolve any conflicts that may arise
- Perform initial and follow-up investigations of drainage complaints made by citizens and business owners; prepare related reports; resolve the conflict if possible
- 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:
- Basic operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive civil engineering inspection program
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Methods and techniques of concrete materials testing; asphalt materials testing; and analysis of overlay, repair, and maintenance
- Characteristics of soil aggregates and pavement materials associated with restoration in the City Right-of-Way Basic principles of construction management
Ability to:
- Use ACCELA as a management tool for all inspections and scheduling
- Read and interpret blueprints and engineering plans and specifications Interpret and explain pertinent City policies and procedures
- Work independently
- Safely operate assigned vehicles
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- 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 driver’s license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
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
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering technology, construction management, or a related field
- Four years of experience in inspections related to construction/civil engineering technology
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
Physical Demands: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Environmental Conditions | Frequency |
Primary Work Environment | Outdoors |
Extreme Temperature | Frequently |
Wetness and Humidity | Frequently |
Respiratory Hazards | Frequently |
Noise and Vibrations | Frequently |
Physical Hazards | Frequently |
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards | Occasionally |
Exposure to Communicable Diseases | Rarely |
Salary : $64,713 - $77,687
