Construction Inspector I

North Texas Municipal Water District; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing essential water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to North Texas. As a Construction Inspector I, you will play a critical role in ensuring that new facilities are built to the highest standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work independently while making a significant impact on your community. With a focus on integrity and teamwork, you will collaborate with contractors and municipal employees to maintain quality and safety in construction projects. If you are passionate about construction and eager to contribute to a vital service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Packages

Generous Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Robust Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 2 years of construction or inspection experience required.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction of new facilities to ensure compliance with plans.
• Write daily reports on activities and work quantities.
• Communicate with contractors and resolve construction questions.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Communication Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Reading Construction Drawings

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Surveyor's Transit

Two-way Radio

Job description

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive. We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Construction Inspector I

Section 1 – Position Summary

This position requires advanced level construction work involving the continuous, on -site inspection of municipal- typeconstruction as assigned. Individual works independently and may make limited independent decisions alteringconstruction methods within the prerogatives of the contract specifications. May provide guidance to coordinate work ofConstruction Inspector I.

Section 2 – Major Responsibilities

1. Inspects the construction of all new facilities for NTMWD to determine that such facilities are completed inaccordance with the plans and specifications and work is in the District easements
2. Advises the Senior Inspector when the work performed is not per the contract documents, when correctiveaction is not implemented by the Contractor and critical construction activities
3. Requires the contractor to provide various tests of material such as concrete slump test, compression test andsoil density test where needed.
4. Ensures that materials and equipment installed conform to the approved submittals
5. Write a daily report of all activities, weather conditions, work quantities, etc.
6. Verifies the quantity of work accomplished on each monthly estimate.
7. Available to the Contractor during all working hours for the purpose of resolving questions that may ariseconcerning the details of construction.

Section 3 – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Ability to read and understand Pipeline, Utility, and Construction Drawings and specifications
2. Must have knowledge and ability to read and understand Right -of-Way and Easement Drawings.
3. Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email
4. Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
5. Must be able to perform mathematical calculations, scale distances from plans, and measure distances on theground.
6. Must be able to communicate well with contractors, consultants and municipal employees

Section 4 – Education and Experience

1. 2 years of construction, inspection or similar experience
2. Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License.
3. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.

Section 5 – Environmental Factors, Activity Levels and Equipment

Work conditions vary from indoor to outdoor activities. Outdoor activities may involve exposure to hot, cold, dusty,dirty, and/or noisy conditions. Activities may require sitting, standing, walking, bending, crawling, climbing, kneeling,balancing, pushing, pulling, carrying, dragging up to 100 pounds of equipment. Equipment used includes surveyor’ stransit, level, steel tape, camera and two-way radio. Work may vary depending on information requests.

Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let’s explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region.