Senior Utility Inspector

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in utility inspections, experience in construction of roads and/or utility projects or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good knowledge of methods and materials used in the construction of utility piping systems and infrastructure.
• The preferred candidate should be familiar with erosion and sedimentation control procedures as part of the Virginia Erosion Control Handbook; possess working skills in reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications; be able to apply the principles and methods of surveying and have working skills using surveying equipment, including leveling devices; knowledge of GPS (Global Position System) and have fundamental knowledge of soil testing and compaction; have experience in record keeping and good communication skills for reporting to the Inspector Supervisor and others within the department.
• Experience with Windows operating environment on portable computers and ArcView GIS software preferred.

Duties

• Inspection of the field installation of water and sewer lines associated with Capital Improvement Projects to insure compliance with approved plans and specifications;
• Provide written daily status reports of work inspected;
• Provide inspection of waterline pressure tests, chlorine residual checks, sewer line air pressure tests, and sewer manhole vacuum testing;
• Cookordination of disinfection, testing and utility shutdowns;
• Provide written documentation of materials and quantities and complete necessary "as-built" drawings and forms using software applications;
• Serve as a county representative to citizens concerning all aspects of construction;
• Perform other work as required.

Benefits

This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Application Instructions

Please note that this position requires the ability to resolve disputes and provide exceptional customer service. A current valid driver's license and good driving record are required. Applicants must also meet the following requirements:

• Must maintain personal mobile technology as a condition of employment.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Required Questions

• Do you have a high school diploma or GED? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
• How many years of experience do you have using an ArcGIS/map application and GPS (Global Positioning System)? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
• How many years of experience do you have in direct utility field installation and/or inspections of water and wastewater utility installations? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
• How many years of experience do you have reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)