What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector I/II position at City of Virginia Beach?
Job Duties:
The City of Virginia Beach is looking to hire a Construction Inspector within the Public Utilities Department. As a Construction Inspector you will review engineering plans/ specifications, perform inspection duties and quality assurance tests associated with construction, rehabilitation, and repair of complex water and sanitary sewer facilities in order to ensure compliance with City and State standards and to ensure use of proper methods and materials for construction.
The position may be classified as a Construction Inspector I or Construction Inspector II depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Construction Inspector I- G18, $39,328.30 - $60,958.87
- Construction Inspector II- G22 $47,803.80 - $74,095.89
Duties include:
- On-site inspections for construction of utility systems including sanitary sewer/ potable water pump stations, structures, pipes, and appurtenances.
- Inspections associated site erosion and sediment control, and Stormwater management measures.
- Conduct quality assurance tests, verify material quantities, process construction invoices, maintain electronic records records, and prepare electronic reports which document results of tests and the work performed.
- Identify potential construction problems and recommend solutions.
- Prepare change orders/formal notifications.
- Coordinate construction activities between multiple agencies; and make written and verbal communications with contractors, other City or State agencies, and the public.
- Conduct inspections which may require pulling, lifting, or carrying equipment; opening and closing access covers for underground structures; standing, walking, bending, crawling, and/or climbing over uneven or unfinished surfaces including above ground and below ground structures with limited accessibility and carrying out assigned work in all weather conditions.
Special Requirements: All 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.
The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans. Other key benefits include:
- 11 holidays plus 3 flexible personal holidays each year
- Paid Time Off (PTO) monthly accruals
- Paid maternity/paternity and parental leave
- Leave donation program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development
**This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.**
Official City Job Description:
https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Construction-Inspector-I-General-00655.pdf
Working Conditions:
https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.000584.pdf
Minimum Requirements:
Construction Inspector I - Requires High School, or GED, plus two (2) years of progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina driver’s license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver’s license eligibility requirements.
Construction Inspector II - High School or GED, plus five (5) years progressive experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities; or any equivalent combination of progressive experience and technical training which provides the necessary knowledge and experience. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements.
Special Requirements - All 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.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required:
Preferences:
Experience with heavy construction
Experience with water and sewer construction
Experience with water and sewer construction contract administration
Experience with Construction Plans and Specifications
Experience with project documentation and providing reports
Experience with Microsoft software
Experience with Communication Coordination with outside agencies
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) inspector certifications in Asphalt Field Level I & Level II, Soils & Aggregate Compaction
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion & Sediment Control for Inspectors certification
DEQ Stormwater Management Program Inspector certification
Special Instructions:
This is an Alpha one position you may be called to work when other city offices are in essential or modified scheduling.
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
- Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
Salary : $39,328 - $60,959
