Construction Inspector

City of Highland Village; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent equipment and paid training

Certification pay up to $1,200 per yr

Tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 per

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, long‑li…

Free telemedicine benefits

2 to 1 City Matching Retirement plan

2% City Matching 457

Vacation & Sick leave accruals

13 paid holidays

Certification Pay additional training

Job summary

The City of Highland Village is seeking a Construction Inspector to join the Public Works team. You will conduct inspections of water, wastewater, roads and drainage infrastructure, verifying adherence to city standards under the Deputy Director of Public Works supervision.

This role requires knowledge of construction methods, regulatory practices, and site coordination with contractors. Responsibilities include site inspections, plan compliance verification, review of pay requests, maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational/technical training.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in construction or SWP3 BMP inspection.
• Considerable knowledge of building construction methods, materials, and principles.
• Familiarity with applicable municipal, regional, and state regulatory practices.
• Construction Inspector Certification desired.
• Valid State driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic inspections of construction sites to ensure adherence to established regulatory practices, work orders, and objectives.
• Visit construction sites to verify compliance with plans and regulations, communicating effectively with contractors and developers to gather necessary information.
• Review and approve monthly pay requests during construction phases, assisting in the review of blueprints and specifications for compliance with city standards.
• Maintain detailed logs of inspections, photographs, and work performed in files, ensuring accurate data and reports are prepared.
• Utilize GIS mapping to track and document city infrastructure.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and divisions to facilitate efficient project management and compliance.

Job description

Description

Join the dynamic Public Works team at the City of Highland Village as Construction Inspector and play a vital role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of our water, wastewater, roads and drainage systems. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of Public Works, you'll utilize your expertise in building construction methods, materials, and regulatory practices to conduct thorough inspections of new, existing, and altered infrastructure.

Description

Join the dynamic Public Works team at the City of Highland Village as Construction Inspector and play a vital role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of our water, wastewater, roads and drainage systems. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of Public Works, you'll utilize your expertise in building construction methods, materials, and regulatory practices to conduct thorough inspections of new, existing, and altered infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic inspections of construction sites to ensure adherence to established regulatory practices, work orders, and objectives.


• Visit construction sites to verify compliance with plans and regulations, communicating effectively with contractors and developers to gather necessary information.


• Review and approve monthly pay requests during construction phases, assisting in the review of blueprints and specifications for compliance with city standards.


• Maintain detailed logs of inspections, photographs, and work performed in files, ensuring accurate data and reports are prepared.


• Utilize GIS mapping to track and document city infrastructure.


• Coordinate activities with other departments and divisions to facilitate efficient project management and compliance.

Job Requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational/technical training.


• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field, such as in construction or SWP3 BMP inspection.


• Considerable knowledge of building construction methods, materials, and principles.


• Familiarity with applicable municipal, regional, and state regulatory practices.


• Construction Inspector Certification desired.


• Valid State driver’s license required.

At The City of Highland Village, we offer a supportive work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued. Join us in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of infrastructure and ensuring the safety and well‑being of our community.

Benefits

• Excellent equipment and paid training


• Certification pay of up to $1,200 per year


• Up to $1,000 per year tuition reimbursement


• Health, Dental, vision, life, long term disability starting at $0.00 per month.


• Free telemedicine benefits including general medical, mental health, dermatology, neck & back care, & expert medical.


• 2 to 1 City Matching Retirement plan (employee contributes 7% & the City contributions 14% after 5 years vesting). Full time employees do not pay into Social Security.


• 2% City Matching 457 retirement account after 6 months employment


• 2 weeks' Vacation & 2 weeks' Sick leave accruals following introductory period


• 13 total paid holidays consisting of ten city holidays, one birthday holiday and two personal holidays.


• Certification Pay is dependent on completed qualified training. Please contact Human Resources for the list of qualified training courses.

The following benefits are currently in effect for regular status full-time employees.

Note: The City reserves the right to add, delete, or modify these benefits at any time, with or without notice.

Certification

Most positions are eligible for additional pay for certifications that are above and beyond the requirements of the position. Pay depends on the certifications and typically do not exceed $100 per month.

Deferred Compensation

Supplemental retirement savings plans are available via payroll deduction and are tax deferred. After six months of employment, the City will match up to 2% of your annual salary in contributions.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program offers information and resources that can help you identify and resolve problems affecting emotional and physical health and other personal matters, including financial and legal assistance. This free hotline is staffed by a team of Masters-level counselors and nurses who can assist with a wide range of problems.

Flexible Spending/Dependent Care

Employees have the option to utilize City sponsored flexible spending accounts permitted under the IRS code to pay for various medical, dental, vision, or dependent care costs on a pre-tax basis.

Health Insurance

We provide group health coverage through BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS). Employees can choose from two available plans: a traditional PPO Plan or a High Deductible Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) attached. The City pays 80% - 100% of the insurance premium for employee only or employee plus family coverage. Funds in a Health Savings Account roll over from year to year, and can be used during retirement to pay for medical related expenses and some premiums (IRS Publication 969). Options for dependent coverage are available.

Holidays and Leave

Full time employees are provided 11 paid holidays, plus your birthday and two personal days. Holidays included are New Year's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Good Friday (Friday before Easter), Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.