CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR II

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Riverside is seeking a Construction Inspector II to join the City Engineering Services Division of Public Works. The inspector will review plans, check right-of-way work, inspect materials, document progress, and enforce standards on a variety of public works projects.

Education requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of inspection experience. A valid California Class C driver's license is required; additional certifications and traffic/utility inspection

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).
• Experience: Three years of experience performing construction inspections for residential, commercial, or industrial properties.
• Licenses: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and check plans and specifications for various projects to ensure conformance with plans, specs, and City standards.
• Identify and check placement of all work in the public right of way; ensure work follows plans and standards.
• Inspect materials for conformance; collect samples for laboratory analyses; perform routine field tests.
• Observe and document work progress; record materials used and work performed; address safety and regulatory violations as needed.
• Check lines, grades, elevations, and locations of structures; mark appurtenances on plans; ensure proper construction surveys.
• Inspect adjacent properties for damage and locate other utilities; support safe construction environments.
• Communicate with property owners about schedules, hazards, and inconvenience; provide strong project knowledge and customer service.
• Coordinate work with City departments and utilities; process and deliver contractor payments.

Skills

Communication

Public works knowledge

Field inspection

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position ofConstruction Inspector IIto fill one (1) vacancy in theCity Engineering Services Divisionof the Public Works Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Public Works Engineering designs infrastructure elements for transportation, parking, sewer and storm drain facilities. The Engineering Division also protects private and public improvements from flood damage. The Construction Inspector II responds to service requests in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner; and records amounts of materials and work performed to construct within a budget.

The Construction Inspector II checks, evaluates, and inspects workmanship and materials on a variety of public works or utility construction projects for conformance with plans, specifications and departmental regulations.

City Council Approved and scheduled COLA adjustment:

• 4.5% increase to base salary, effective the first pay period following July 1, 2027

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review, evaluate, and check plans and specifications for various assigned projects including; all types of public works projects, water projects, private development projects, utility projects, etc.; communicate, engage, and work closely with upper level staff to ensure conformance of project plans and specifications.
• Identify, determine, and check the placement of all work in the public right of way throughout the City. Ensure work follows project plans, specifications, and City standards.
• Inspect materials conform to project specifications and/or City standards; take, gather, and compile samples of materials for examination or analyses by laboratories; perform routine field tests.
• Observe and properly document work during progress and upon completion; record amounts of materials used and all work performed; document and take appropriate action regarding safety and/or National Pollution Discharge Elimination System violations.
• Check line, grade, size, elevation and location of structures; identify, indicate, and clearly mark location of various appurtenances on plans. Ensure work adheres to construction surveys.
• Inspect adjacent properties for damage from construction activity; help locate other utility structures ahead of work sites; provide knowledge and expertise to ensure a safe and effective construction environment for projects within the City.
• Confer, communicate, and speak with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards and inconvenience; demonstrate strong project knowledge and excellent customer service.
• Coordinate work with other City departments and utilities; process, submit, and deliver timely contractor payments.
• Schedule service interruption with least interference and least inconvenience to properties.
• Prepare as built plans for completed projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience:Three years of experience performing construction inspections for residential, commercial, or industrial properties.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of or ability to obtain, a valid Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:Minimum Two (2) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:Installing or inspecting traffic signalsInstalling or inspecting sewer mainsInstalling or inspecting storm drains and catch basinsInstalling/laying concrete or asphaltInspecting traffic control for compliance

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:Work is done in a standard office environment and in the field with exposure to construction materials, hazards, chemicals, and other adverse conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1)Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members - NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.