Building Construction Inspector II

Hawaii State Archives; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hawaii State Archives is seeking qualified applicants for a continuous recruitment to fill multiple building construction inspector positions in Kona and Hilo on Hawaii Island. The roles involve inspecting construction materials, methods, and safety requirements, with duties including report writing and project progress updates.

Applicants must have two years journey-level experience in the building trades, ability to read blueprints, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to

Qualifications

• Two (2) YEARS of Journey level experience in the building construction trades.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Valid driver's license at time of appointment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and 70 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and measure construction materials and methods.
• Inspect the erection of false work and concrete forms; accept or reject forms, equipment, and materials based on specs.
• Keep detailed records and prepare routine inspection reports; prepare monthly progress reports.

Skills

Reading instructions and details

Arithmetic basic

Blueprints and sketches interpretation

Job description

Recruitment Number 25-0361

The immediate vacancies are with the

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 25-0361

The immediate vacancies are with the Department of Accounting & General Services in Kona and Hilo, Hawaii Island.

Salary: $6,090 to $6,704 per month (SR-19, Step C to I). Salary includes Shortage Category Differential.

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

Duties Summary

This is the full performance level for building construction inspection work involving a broad range of inspection functions for a variety of construction operations, materials, and methods under varying conditions and requirements.

These positions inspect and measure construction materials used, and check methods employed in the construction at hand; inspect the erection of false work and concrete forms used; accept or reject concrete forms, construction equipment and materials based on specifications or modifications approved by a higher level inspector; keep detailed records of work completed and materials used; prepare and submit routine inspection reports as directed; prepare monthly progress reports concerning the construction project; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Legal Authorization To Work Requirement

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Basic Experience/Education:

Work experience which involved tasks that demonstrated the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions; write simply and directly, and perform arithmetic computations.

General Experience:

TWO (2) YEARS of Journey level experience in the building construction trades, which demonstrated knowledge of the full range of specialized knowledge, skills, abilities and practices used in such trades, including knowledge of building construction methods and materials and safety requirements and practices, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.

Specialized Experience:

• Building construction Inspection work experience;
• Supervisory work experience, over a force of skilled trades workers in the building construction industry that involved responsibility for interpreting plans and specifications and inspecting the quality of workmanship and materials for adherence to such plans and specifications.

Driver's License:

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Lift and Carry:

Applicants must be able to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and 70 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck).

Substitutions Allowed:

Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, may apply.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.