CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR AID (SR-14) [2 vacancies]

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency as a Construction Inspector, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the integrity of waterworks projects. This position involves inspecting construction phases, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards, and working closely with a dedicated team. You'll be engaged in meaningful work that contributes to the community, tackling challenges in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to make a difference while developing your skills in construction inspection, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Six months as a Construction Inspector Trainee or two years in skilled trade.

Responsibilities

• Inspect various phases of construction projects for compliance.
• Ensure materials and workmanship meet established standards.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Safety Practices

Physical Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Drafting

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Inspects under close supervision and with specific instructions various phases of construction projects, other than buildings, to assure compliance with plans, specifications, and agreements of the work; and performs other related duties as required.

Current Vacancies: There are two vacancies with the Board of Water Supply. Under the close supervision with specific instruction, this position inspects the construction of simple to moderately complex waterworks projects to ensure that the materials, workmanship, and the completed projects are in adherence to the established plans, specifications, contractual documents, acceptable waterworks construction practices and techniques, and in compliance with Board of Water Supply standards.

Anticipated work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays thru Fridays, but may be required to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to accommodate unusual problems or workload and construction schedules. Positions may involve occasional exposure to construction and traffic hazards, sewage gases, sewer treatment chemicals, paint fumes, noise, electrical hazards, and moving equipment. Some physical dexterity required to perform on-site field inspections and investigations which include: climbing ladders, descending into trenches, tanks and manholes, crawling through pipes; carrying sampling, measuring, and testing equipment; walking on uneven or obstructed surfaces. If not provided City vehicle, employee required to provide personal vehicle for regular job transportation and be compensated at union contract rate. The use of protective equipment may be required due to possible exposure to toxic/noxious fumes and substances. Safety practices and procedures are used.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments. Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted.

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may substitute for education.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Six months experience as a Construction Inspector Trainee or two years journey level experience in any skilled construction trade.

Substitution:

1. An Associate's degree in architectural or engineering drafting from a regionally-accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from a regionally accredited college or university.
2. A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally-accredited college or university.

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation................................................. 100%