Construction Inspector I / II

Education

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Minimum of two (2) years experience for Level I and four (4) years of experience for Level II in public works construction or equivalent combination of related higher education and/or certifications, inspection or construction experience.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License.
• Occasionally may require work before or after regular business hours and work on weekends.

Skills/Abilities

• Journeyman level principles and practices of material testing and construction methods.
• Learn and apply City engineering policies and procedures.
• Learn applicable laws and regulatory codes applicable to areas of assigned responsibility.
• Possess an understanding and ability to interpret engineering construction plans, specifications and other contract documents.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public.
• Manage multiple projects and perform multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Operate basic office machines such as copiers, printers, and smart phones.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include, but is not limited, to the following: lifting, considerable walking, standing, and maneuvering in difficult uneven terrain.
• Detail-oriented review skills used in examining change orders and payment requests for approval, dealing with unresponsive contractors or landowners unwilling to negotiate.

Work Conditions

• Work is performed mostly in a field setting, driving, and entering and exiting vehicles.
• Considerable outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works projects.
• Requires lifting, considerable walking, standing, and maneuvering in difficult and uneven terrain.
• Requires working indoors and outdoors with loud noises.