Construction Inspector - Full-Time Temporary

cityofprescott; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee health benefits

Paid sick time

Life insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

City of Prescott is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform on-site inspections of water, wastewater, drainage, and street infrastructure for public works and private development projects. The role ensures conformance with plans, specs, and safety standards, and requires meticulous records and reporting.

The position is full-time temporary with a hiring range of $28.78 to $35.98 per hour. A valid Arizona driver's license and relevant certifications are preferred; candidates should have

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; four years of construction or inspection experience or equivalent combination.
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license; preferred certifications: ACI Field Technician, ATTI Field Technician, ADEQ Water Distribution Grade 1 or Wastewater Collection Grade 1; ATTSA Technician and/or NICET 2.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to read and interpret plans.

Responsibilities

• Inspects work to ensure compliance with codes, plans, and specifications; prepares inspection reports.
• Coordinates activities with other departments, contractors, and utilities; attends pre-construction meetings.
• Monitors construction sites for compliance and maintains inspection records.
• Performs administrative tasks related to the inspection program.
• Investigates complaints and documents findings; issues notices and stop-work orders when needed.
• Reads plans and specifications to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Safety knowledge

MS Office

Prioritization

Field inspections

Customer service

Communication

Reading plans

Reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Arizona driver’s license

Tools

SWPPP inspections

Traffic control inspections

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Construction Inspector

Public Works Department

Full-Time Temporary

Hiring Range: $28.78 to $35.98 Per Hour

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Deadline to Apply: 10/20/2026

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Temporary Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Accrued paid sick time
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Conducts on-site inspections of public water, wastewater, drainage, and street related infrastructure for Public Works projects and private development projects to ensure conformance with plans, specifications, standard details, and construction installation.

Essential Duties:

• Inspects new and existing work to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, approved plans, and specifications; prepares inspection reports.
• Coordinates assigned activities with those of other departments, contractors, and utilities; attends or conducts pre-construction and other construction meetings.
• Monitors construction sites for compliance.
• Performs administrative functions relative to the inspection program and maintains inspection records and data.
• Performs illicit discharge inspections and posts construction BMP inspections.
• Oversees or performs technical reviews of private contractors both on private property and City right-of-ways using checklists, City code, and General Engineering standards.
• Responds to questions and provides project information including problem solutions and technical expertise to others.
• Investigates complaints alleging related violations; documents investigations; writes reports; logs videos/photos; and responds back regarding complaint.
• Issues violation notices and stop-work orders while conferring with owners, violators, and authorities to explain regulations; recommend remedies.
• Measures dimensions and verifies level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, and improvements to ensure compliance to construction plans and specifications.
• Schedules inspections, testing, final inspections, warranty, and sequence of work with outside contractors and City staff.
• Coordinates with quality assurance testing companies to verify testing is performed on a job-by-job basis; obtains and reviews invoices.
• Computes estimates of work completed; approves payment for contractors.
• Reviews and interprets plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, material submittals, and construction methods to ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Reviews as-built or record drawings for accuracy.
• Uses measuring, testing tools, and equipment to perform inspections.
• Assesses and reports emergency situations to help restore normal water and wastewater operating conditions.
• Assists with snow removal and salting of sidewalks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; four (4) years of construction or inspection experience including computer and customer service experience preferably with experience in SWPPP and traffic control inspections; or any equivalent combination of education, work experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license along with a satisfactory driving record; preferably possess one or more of the following certifications at time of hire: ACI Field Technician; ATTI Field Technician; ADEQ Water Distribution Grade 1 or Wastewater Collection Grade 1; ATTSA Technician and/or NICET 2 certification.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, tools and equipment, and associated inspection techniques for road, stormwater, and utilities construction including computer applications.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standard specifications for construction.
• Knowledge of principles and safety precautions.
• Skill in working with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) used on a regular basis.
• Skill in prioritizing work and exercising independent judgment.
• Skill in conducting effective field inspections.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Skill in communicating with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply plans, specifications, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to prepare inspection reports and maintain detailed records.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a City office environment and in the field.
• Safely and effectively perform required duties and safely operate required equipment and City vehicle as needed.
• Position requires walking extended distances and traversing uneven terrain at times in adverse weather conditions and climb ladders into and out of excavations for inspection purposes.
• Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate both in person and over the telephone.
• Work is performed regularly where decisions are made that could lead to major community or organizational consequences if there is a failure to make the appropriate decision at the time.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.