Construction Inspector I

Under general supervision, inspects the water and sanitary sewer line work of contractors on construction projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications listed; does related work as required. Work must be performed in accordance with the Spotsylvania County Department of Utilities Inspection Manual.

This is technical and skilled work in inspection of utility department, contractors' and developers' construction projects prior to, during, and after completion to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications. This work calls for the application of basic engineering knowledge and skills, providing for independent planning of work details and some latitude for limited technical determinations. Supervision is received from the Utilities Development Services Manager.

Personnel occupying this position may be scheduled to work irrespective of weather conditions and/or when general County offices are closed.

• Measures, tests and checks construction materials, methods and installations to ensure conformance by the contractors with plans, specifications, and terms of the contract.
• Serves as inspector on sewer, water main, water and sewer pumping station, and water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
• Checks line and grade of construction projects.
• Responsible for monthly estimates for the purpose of reimbursement to contractors performing County utility projects.
• Performs evaluations for bond reductions on subdivision development.
• Investigates complaints and violations as related to utility projects.
• Maintains necessary records and reports.
• Participates to a limited degree in the preparation and review of specifications, plans, estimates, contracts, and reports involved in the construction, maintenance, and operation of a variety of Public Works or Public Utilities projects.
• Works with construction contractors to make necessary field corrections.
• Inspects materials used in project.
• Performs a wide variety of other engineering duties of the same level of difficulty. 
• Performs related work as assigned.

High School Diploma or equivalent, preferably supplemented by college courses in civil engineering or construction, and sub-professional engineering experience in construction of roads and/or utility projects; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Valid Adult CPR/AED Certification card.

Valid First Aid Certification.

Must have and maintain a valid drivers’ license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Knowledge of the County's water and sewer facilities.
• Knowledge of the equipment and machinery used in locating water and sewer assets.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of engineering as applied to the construction of utility projects. 
• Knowledge of surveying. 
• Knowledge of street, water and sewer construction practices. 
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors and general public. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
• Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
• Ability to read plans, tax maps, drawings, manuals, ordinances, reports, etc. 
• Ability to prepare technical reports, plans, etc., using prescribed formats. 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions; to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
• Ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in engineering terminology, must be able to use and understand hand signals used in the construction industry.
• Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; utilize decimals and percentages; understand and apply the theories of algebra and geometry;
• Ability to communicate respectfully and professionally.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress and/or emergency situations.
• Physical condition that permits activities including, but not limited to, walking long distances, climbing, bending, driving and working under adverse temperatures and/or weather conditions. 

Salary : $48,387 - $68,709