What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Inspector I position at City of Palm Bay, FL?
Salary : $51,248.00 Annually
Location : Palm Bay, FL
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 2637
Department : Public Works
Division : Cap Improve / Engineering
Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 3 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : NAGE White
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school with coursework or training in surveying, drafting, mechanical and civil engineering, or related field plus three (3) years of experience in engineering, surveying, construction or related field work. Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certificate preferred. Coursework or work experience that includes training in written, verbal and computer communication skills preferred. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License and maintain an acceptable driving record.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and / or declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general supervision, performs technical engineering and planning inspection functions for City Infrastructure, City engineering projects, and private development projects. Work involves inspecting plan reviews for drainage projects, capital improvement projects, roadways, and related development and / orengineering projects to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal guidelines. Work also involves providing support documentation to the Public Works Department and Growth Management Department staff and providing construction inspection expertise on projects. Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in carrying out program objectives within the framework of engineering, planning, administrative principles, and practices, as well as established policies and regulations. Considerable tact and courtesy are required in frequent contact with contractors, division heads, and the general public. Reports to the assigned supervisor.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs inspections and testing required for Capital Improvement Projects, Commercial Subdivision, and other related development programs developed and constructed by the City as well as independent contractors.
Performs final inspections to ensure that changes or inconsistencies discovered during project development meet City standards that enable organization to issue final certification for the developed property.
Performs field inspections to support engineering and planning site plans and project reviews.
Performs inspections on development projects and City-owned roads, bridges, drainage projects, utility projects, parks projects, and joint-use projects between the City and outside agencies to ensure applicable codes and regulations are met prior to final approval.
Reviews and provides information concerning project drawings for compliance with City and related regulatory agency codes and standards for traffic control, pipe evaluation, sidewalk, and road construction projects.
Compiles records of project completion and maintains files for project status reports.
Prepares routine office reports, budgetary reports concerning project status and compliance recommendations, vehicle service reports, mileage documentation, personal time sheets, and project logs.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
This position is covered under the NAGE White Collective Bargaining Agreement
Health Insurance : Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance : Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High / Low plans.
Vision Insurance : Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent / Spouse Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent / spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan : City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays : 10 holidays, 1 birthday holiday and 1 anniversary holiday.
Paid Leave : Accrue 96 hours of vacation per year, accrued hours increase after 10 years of service based on years of service. Accrue 96 hours of sick leave per year.
Tuition Reimbursement : Upon completion of the initial probationary period, employees are eligible for tuition and book reimbursement for college level courses for Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's Degrees. (Currently frozen due to budget)
Do you have a valid Driver's License and maintain an acceptable driving record?
Do you have coursework or training in surveying, drafting, mechanical and civil engineering, or related field?
This position requires experience in engineering, surveying, construction or related field. Which best describes your level of experience in these fields?
- Less than 2 years
- 3 to 5 years of experience
- 6 to 8 years of experience
- More than 8 years of experience
Do you possess a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certificate?
Required Question
Salary : $51,248 - $250,000
