Airport Civil Inspector III

Airport Civil Inspector III This classification is reserved for incumbents whose position is covered by the contract of a recognized collective bargaining unit.

Under minimal supervision, performs skilled technical and moderately complex engineering tasks in the areas of drafting and design, surveying, materials testing, construction inspection, pavement condition analysis and maintenance applications, and subdivision review and permit coordination, issuance and inspection. Work involves application of technical knowledge and considerable independent judgment in project design, construction and inspection, and pavement management. Incumbent may concentrate in a technical support specialty, such as complex computer applications and/or administration. May rotate from one specific assignment to another as workloads change. Assignments involve planning and conducting complete objects of limited scope, or a portion of a larger, more complex project. Selects and adapts techniques, designs, or layouts. Completed work may be reviewed for technical adequacy.

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Acts as lead person of technical personnel engaged in a complex technical specialty and/or the planning, design and construction of engineering projects. Reviews and approves various developments and projects, permit applications, pavement performance and maintenance solutions. Prepares plans and specifications for major projects, and maps and charts using computer applications. Applies established engineering practice; calculates dimensions, elevations and quantities; and selects and adapts precedents to meet specific requirements. Independently interprets plans and specifications to resolve complex construction problems. Schedules proposed construction and maintenance work on activities in the public way, and coordinates with utility companies, city departments, and citizen groups and businesses.
• Acts as lead person of technical personnel engaged in field inspection on a wide variety of engineering construction projects ranging from simple to difficult, such as streets, bridges, large buildings with sophisticated mechanical and electrical systems; pump and lift station remodeling or construction, airport runway or building improvements, electrical installation or related work. May prepare field samples, make tests of field samples, approve or reject materials, and resolve complex construction problems.
• Monitors contractors’ construction progress, including any specialized phases. Keeps a variety of notes and records including daily logs. Monitors and investigates contractor’s construction capabilities, operating methods and equipment to ensure cost effective and timely project completion. Reviews and recommends approval of contractors’ cost estimates and requests for payment. Assembles information for archival purposes and transports to proper authority
• Motivates, evaluates and trains employees relying upon him/her for facilitation. Maintains proper communications flow within unit and across units. May meet with other agencies, contractors, departments and governmental units as a representative of Salt lake City Corporation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school graduation or equivalent. Four years' paid work experience performing drafting and design, survey work, construction inspection or other closely related work. Two years' formal post high school training in civil engineering or related field such as drafting. surveying, materials testing, building trades or construction inspection may be substituted for two years' field experience. Training must include at least 45 quarter or 30 semester hours of passing grades for related subjects, and at least one course in computer work as it relates to civil engineering.
• Certification at NICET Level 1, or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare written reports, and work well with contractors, developers, co‑workers, supervisors and the general public under varying circumstances. Working knowledge of field construction methods, programmable computers or related/required software.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction specifications, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Capable of inspecting projects for contract compliance to ensure projects meet all regulations and performance standards.
• Familiarity and experience working on both air-side and land-side airport civil projects.
• Capable of working independently and without supervision. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of similar programs.
• Knowledge and familiarity with construction safety practices.

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation or uneven temperature. Projects may require unconventional hours and overtime.
• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Full time 40