What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Construction Inspector - Engineering position at City of Mesquite?
Salary: $20.75/hr. minimum - $24.55/hr. midpoint (Depending on qualifications)
To perform a variety of tasks in support of the engineering function including construction inspection, reviewing and verifying plans and specifications and preparing verification and recommendation reports; and to provide responsible and complex technical support to the Engineering Division.
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SUPERVISION
General supervision is provided by the City Engineer. Project specific guidance and direction is provided by assigned Project Engineer.
- All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
- Review and evaluate specifications, drawings and providing plans, location site markings and site inspection sheets, prior to project pre-construction meetings; prepare and assemble pre-construction questions and suggestions for review.
- Attend and participate in a variety of public works meetings, conduct pre-construction meetings and monthly progress meetings. Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Assistant Manager of Streets Division.
- Conduct site inspections for new projects including dirt work, utilities, storm sewers and concrete structures and paving and franchised utility work; record general and detailed conditions by reports, photography and videography; maintain videotape files as necessary; verify compliance with proposed plans and specifications; refer discrepancies with appropriate project staff member; research and verify a variety of information.
- Provide and verify completion of all pre-construction paperwork including attendance, construction project call list, required permits, contact names and phone number.
- Establish and maintain working contact with project staff and contractors; answer questions and provide information to the public, City staff, contractors and project staff regarding project progress and changes including testing, engineering, planning and established parameters; participate in the collection of various utility information including current and proposed locations; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
- Monitor and record a variety of construction activity including testing, results of phasing and equipment and safety standards; insure correct and accurate installation of equipment and construction materials.
- Coordinate completion of projects; insure completion of all project paperwork; coordinate and undertake two-year inspection with contractors and City representatives.
- Prepare, review and update a variety of reports including daily project reports, provide field quantities for monthly pay estimates and project status reports; attend staff meetings as required.
- Participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various City facilities and to other related external business and government agencies that may include site inspections.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE
One year of increasingly responsible experience in public works, paving operations with concrete and asphalt materials, cold milling or other related field including experience in construction engineering and technical inspections.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm.
- Overtime only as needed.
This position does not require a physical for employment.
Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $21 - $25
