Construction Inspector

Summary/objective

To monitor the construction work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with applicable plans and water district specifications. To inspect and report upon water district infrastructure such as tanks, pump stations, lift stations, and gravity sewer.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform inspection of construction work by the water district’s contractors and contractors employed under Water Line Extension Agreements. Construction work inspection includes, but may not be limited to, water lines, sewer lines, and manholes, sewage lift stations, water storage tanks, and above and below ground water pumping stations.  
• Keep accurate, detailed records of daily progress and pay for items for all construction projects assigned.
• Take GPS shots for input into GIS system and assist other personnel in surveying activities including calculations in the office on a personal computer.
• Maintain familiarity with water district standard construction details and specifications for both water and sewer systems.
• Collect bacteriological samples for new construction and other locations as required.

• Flush water system blowoffs and fire hydrants as assigned.
• Perform fire hydrant maintenance and flow tests as assigned.
• Perform regularly scheduled inspections of water district infrastructure such as water storage tanks and the sewer system.
• Assist the water district’s construction personnel with receiving, loading, and unloading materials.
• Assume responsibility for maintenance of tools and work equipment assigned to the department.
• Work with other water district departments and other duties as may be assigned.
• Keeps general manager advised of any informalities internal or external along with any overall personnel and customer problems or other needs within the organization.
• Keeps familiar with Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals, found or used in the work area.
• Works according to safety standards and polices adopted by Warren County Water District, is responsible for his or her own safety, and reports all incidents to his or her supervisor.
• Complies with all local traffic laws, regulations, and safe practices while operating any company vehicle.
• Must be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification upon employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Must have knowledge and understanding of water district standard construction details and specifications.
• Must have knowledge of the water district’s policies related to construction and providing service to customers.
• Must be familiar with service area and have a working knowledge of the water district’s mapping system.
• Knowledge of standard spreadsheet and word processing programs desirable.
• Knowledge of surveying calculations required.
• Must be able to plan daily work assignments and handle multiple projects that may be assigned at once.
• Must be able to maintain neat and accurate records.
• Must be able to work individually as well as with others.
• Must be able to read and interpret construction plans.
• Must have ability to prepare pencil sketches of facilities constructed, neatly and accurately as required.
• Must have basic arithmetic skills.
• Apply confidentiality to all areas of sensitive employee and customer information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Reporting relationships

• Reports to: Development Project Manager/Inspection Supervisor

Work environment

• Must be able to perform outside work in all weather conditions.

Physical demands

Lifting up to fifty pounds may be required. Must be physically able to climb in sewer manholes, lamp sewers, and underground lift stations, as well as maneuver in and out of ditches, climb elevated tanks, and traverse rough terrain.

Travel required

Some travel in and around the system will be required.  Must be willing to attend courses related to work.

Education and experience

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have two years’ experience related to construction of water and sewer system facilities.
• Experience in Civil Engineering, surveying, or drafting desirable.

Additional eligibility requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification upon employment.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Warren County Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer