Construction Inspector

City of Portland, Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Inspector to join their Public Works Department. This role involves ensuring compliance with city codes and overseeing construction activities within the public right-of-way. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of municipal engineering practices. With a competitive salary and a generous sign-on bonus, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community infrastructure while enjoying outstanding benefits and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about public service and infrastructure, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free employee health insurance

Thirteen paid holidays

Sick, vacation, and personal leave

Life, dental, vision, and income protection insurances

Choice of retirement plans

Use of City recreation facilities

Discount on professional development programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or vocational school with related experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction projects for compliance with City codes.
• Prepare technical documentation and handle citizen complaints.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to enforce City Ordinances

Ability to withstand varied climatic conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational technical school

Tools

Google Suite

CityWorks

Tyler Energov

Job description

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City of Portland, Maine provided pay range

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Base pay range

$27.09/hr - $28.33/hr

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

Public Works Department - Up to a $2,000 Sign On Bonus available to an external candidate.

The Department of Public Works is seeking a talented team member to perform skilled and advanced technical work to support the Occupancy Permitting Program, construction activities and other public infrastructure management duties. The successful candidate’s fundamental responsibility is to ensure the City Code of Ordinances, technical design manual and MUTCD, and ADA compliance work zones are established and maintained. The position requires monitoring construction of projects within the public right-of-way, collect and analyze data and prepare technical documentation. Additional duties will include issuing violations, handling citizen complaints, providing technical assistance at neighborhood meetings, preparing and carrying out constructive plans, participating in department's winter operation program, and organizing and maintaining construction, property, and other vital records. Assignments may include working beyond the normal weekday shift. Willingness to accept overtime assignments is a plus. To learn more about our Public Works Department, click here.

Requirements:

• Graduation from high school and/or vocational technical school with extensive related experience; or any equivalent combination of certification, experience, education and training which provides considerable knowledge of municipal, civil, traffic, sewer and stormwater engineering practices for design and construction.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and enforce City Ordinances, construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to withstand exposure to varied climatic conditions and maneuver over uneven terrain.

Training and Experience Desired:

• Knowledge or ability to learn software tools including: Google Suite products, CityWorks, Street Openings Program custom software including Tyler Energov.
• Work Zone certification; Dig Safe certification.
• MDOT Traffic Control Planning.
• Excavation Safety.
• Maine Local Roads Center Pavement Preservation; Soil and Erosion Control Practices.
• Must possess valid Maine Class C driver’s license (must provide license number).
• Must have and maintain a good driving record.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 17) - Starting salary range: $27.09/hr. to $28.33/hr.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at [e-mail] or at 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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