What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inspector I/II position at Helix Water District?
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At HELIX WATER DISTRICT, we don’t just build pipelines – we build a sustainable future. As Inspector I/II, you will be at the heart of our mission to ensure our community has high-quality water. It won’t take you long to see that our inspection and engineering team is a tight-knit group that regularly works together to ensure each project is successful. We value team members who communicate openly, enjoy collaboration and embrace feedback. This approach allows our projects to flow smoothly and ideas flourish so that we can achieve greatness together.
EXCELLENT SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE. Not only do we foster an atmosphere of team spirit and open communication, but we are also committed to providing compensation that is equitable and competitive. Whether you are just beginning your journey as an inspector of have years of experience, we have a great opportunity for you.
Inspector I: $39.30 - $50.17/hourly
Inspector II: $45.51 - $58.08/hourly
Scheduled Salary Increases:
- July 1, 2025: 2 – 4% Cost-of-Living Adjustment
- Annual Merit Increases: Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.
Our Benefit Package Includes:
- 100% employee premiums paid for all health benefits
- CalPERS membership
- Deferred Compensation: Up to $3,500 matching on 457 plan
- 24 annual days of accrued leave (Increases to 29 after 5 years of service, max 37 annual days of accrued leave)
- 12 paid holidays per year including 2 floating holidays
- Educational Reimbursement: Up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment
As an Inspector I/II, your day will consist of a diverse range of tasks. Although some of your work will require you to be in the office, much of your day will be in the field at various project sites. You will be responsible for inspecting complex, multi-disciplined public works and water construction projects. This will include integrating plans, details and specifications to ensure construction and contract compliance.
Liaison and Coordination. Our Inspectors act as a liaison not only between departments within the district, but between city officials, specialty inspectors, consultants and outside contractors. The projects you work on will include capital improvement projects, private development, and outside agency construction projects. The work you will typically see involves pipeline projects, reservoirs, pump stations, treatment plants, tanks, vertical construction and modification projects.
Documentation and Conflict Resolution. The level of success on a project is highly dependent on our Inspectors’ ability to develop and maintain project documentation including change orders, daily status reports, project schedules, plans, specifications and submittals. When issues arise, our Inspectors resolve conflicts with contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders using sound judgment and effective communication. As the projects progress, our Inspectors verify completed work, certificates and compliance.
Quality Assurance. It will be up to you as an Inspector to review materials, interpret survey data to verify alignment, and conduct final inspections and warranty assessments. Our inspectors coordinate necessary shutdowns, whether scheduled or emergency, prepare pipeline activation flushing and sampling plans to ensure water quality standards are met.
To be considered for the Inspector II, qualified candidates will have a minimum of one year of entry-level inspection experience or equivalent in addition to their four years of experience in public works construction or equivalent.
Salary : $4,000
