Construction Inspector II

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for performing journey level work inspecting the construction of public works projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

About the Role

Working conditions are inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, high noise areas, dust, and unfavorable fumes and vapors.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects bridge constructions such as drill shafts, columns, embankments, wing walls, and guard rails.
• Utilizes surveying or construction equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, to inspect sewer mains for line and grade levels and conduct sewer air tests.
• Solves complaints from the general public on construction related activities.
• Congrates construction or repair activities between contractors and utility companies to avoid conflicts and to ensure a minimum disruption of services.
• Communicates and meets with the general public as well as with City and State officials regarding sequence of construction.
• Covers with other divisions, to clean sewers, set up traffic signs, and barricade road hazards when working around construction sites.
• Ensures that contractor conforms to safety rules and regulations, to include proper shoring trenches in accordance with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains accurate daily project logs and prepares estimates.
• Ensures that all materials and work by the contractor is in accordance with standard specifications.
• Learns Specifications for Construction over Edward's Recharge Zone.
• Aids in training the Construction Inspector I's on inspection methods, report writing procedures, and related tasks.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in public work project inspections.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records check upon employment.
• Maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in civil construction.
• Experience with aviation construction a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction and engineering.
• Knowledge of methods, equipment, costs, and materials used in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and ordinances related to the construction industry.
• Knowledge of hazards, safety, and other OSHA regulations related to the construction industry.
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics.
• Skill in utilizing tools and equipment used in the construction engineering and surveying trades, to include Instrument/Level, Laser, Slum Cone, Scale, and Nuclear Density Machine.
• Skill in utilizing a calculator.
• Ability to interpret plans, blueprints and, specifications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations.
• Ability to use independent judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to exercise firmness and tact in dealing with contractors, engineers, etc.
• Ability to interpret and properly apply codes and regulations.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one. For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio: http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Applicant Information

• Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee? Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee
  Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee
  No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
• Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces? Yes
  No
• Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant? Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
  Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
  Both Programs
  None of the above
• What best describes your highest level of education? Some High School High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Master's Degree from an accredited college or university PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university None of the above
• How many years of experience do you have in public work project inspections?
• Do you have a valid Driver's License? Yes
  No
• How many years of experience do you have working in airport construction and/or an airport environment?
• How many years of experience do you have in civil construction?
• Describe your experience with aviation civil construction and FAA construction specifications. If you do not have experience, answer with "N/A."
• Describe a time you were responsible for interpreting plans and specifications. What was your role and level of responsibility? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."
• What was the largest project you worked on and describe what did your daily duties looked like. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."
• I acknowledge that I must pass and maintain the yearly Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records Check upon employment. I further understand that if the Department receives any negative information on my background that prohibits me from meeting requirements for the position, my employment will be terminated and I will be compensated for the hours worked. I acknowledge
• I acknowledge that I must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.
• I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended. I acknowledge.