Construction Inspector

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Roads and Bridges Administrator in the Department of Assets and Infrastructure (A&I), this field crew Construction Inspector position is responsible for road and bridge construction and maintenance work is completed in the safest manner, consistent with specifications, industry standards, and as directed by superiors. The position works under the direction of the Foreperson, but can receive direction from Roads and Bridges Superintendent and division Administrator. The construction inspector must be task oriented and have ability to track and report project details. Remote reporting using a variety of technology tools is required; successful candidates will have experience using MS Office software at a minimum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position is a field position and requires the ability to perform specific construction maintenance duties and independent construction inspection duties as follows :

• The position is a field position and requires the ability to perform specific construction maintenance duties and independent construction inspection duties as follows :
• Operation of county vehicles including pickup and dump trucks, and large and small excavation equipment;
• Complete and help oversee activities related to the maintenance and upkeep of the County's road and bridge inventory, including but not limited to : paving, patching, inlet repair, head wall construction, erosion control, grading, pipe installation and extension, curb installation, ADA Ramps, sinkhole stabilization, tree / brush / grass trimming / removal and other debris removal;
• Operation of small tools and other equipment;
• Completion, with direction and input, of basic carpentry and masonry experience;
• Participation in on-call service for emergencies after hours and on weekends;
• Operate snow removal equipment including salting, truck mounted snow plows, and de-icing tools;

Coordinate project and maintenance needs with field foremen positions and with the Roads and Bridges Administrator, including site visits and monitoring of contractor work :

Assist with contract changes to ensure timely responses to change issues and ensure proper supporting documentation from Contractor.

Coordinate activities with County contracted engineers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions :

Computer systems familiarity, minimally MS Office required

Ability to read architectural and engineering design plans and specifications preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.