What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector position at City of Hutto?
Salary : $31.25 - $34.49 Hourly
Location : Hutto, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 4 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Central
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Position Overview
Title : Construction Inspector
Department : Public Works
Status : Full-Time
FLSA : Non-Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reports to the Construction Inspection Supervisor and is responsible for inspecting the safe, effective, and efficient construction of public works projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, various codes and departmental policies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Inspects work quality and materials relating to the construction of public works projects and to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
- Reviews plans and specifications of assigned project and attend pre-construction conferences with engineers, contractors, developers, city staff, etc. to discuss general information of assigned project.
- Checks for construction permits and inspect materials for identification and conformance to specifications.
- Inspects various structures such as street systems, drainage facilities, water and sewer systems, and other construction; checks line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures and improvements for conformance with plans, specifications and regulations.
- Takes and prepares samples or observes sampling of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories.
- Observes quality testing.
- Observes and inspects work during progress and upon completion; performs re-inspections after completion; issues stop work orders informing Public Works Supervisor and other staff as appropriate.
- Reviews "As-Built" plans for accuracy.
- Coordinates work with contractors, property owners, developers, City and franchise utilities, and other City departments.
- Prepares a variety of activity records and reports.
- Reviews pay estimates for verification of construction quantities.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATION
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 5 years' experience in Public Works construction inspection or 7 years' experience in street maintenance, drainage, water and / or wastewater.
OR Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Valid Texas State Driver's License at hire date, and eligibility for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider.
Prefer completion of construction inspection courses similar to such courses administered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service, including Duties and Responsibilities of Inspectors, Basic Concrete, Underground Utilities, Contract Administration and Management, Reading Plans and Specifications, Basic Surveying, Basic Soil Technology, Contract Documents and Site Preparation, and Basic Asphalt Technology
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
CORE VALUES
This position requires an individual to align with and maintain the standard as set by our organization's Core Values :
Integrity- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values
Collaboration- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together
Consistency- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace
Servant leadership- Actively listening to exert a positive influence
Mutual respect- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other
Forward-thinking- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment may be loud (moderate, loud, very loud). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The City of Hutto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
At the City of Hutto we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work / life balance. We offer free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability for employees, and the ability to purchase plans for family members. The City of Hutto also provides :
Salary : $31 - $34
