Engineering Inspector

City-of-Longvie; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Longvie seeks an inspector to oversee inspections of municipal capital projects and public infrastructure, including private development. The role involves field inspections of streets, utilities, COP and erosion control, and coordination with developers and contractors.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, maintaining inspection records, responding to inquiries, and assisting with floodplain management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; two years experience in engineering inspections or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of municipal capital improvement projects, public infrastructure construction, and/or private development projects.
• Inspect public streets, driveways, utility mains, and/or other infrastructure.
• Perform COP, erosion control, and/or other types of inspections.
• Review project plans and monitor contractor compliance with regulatory requirements, project specs, and quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain various inspection records, reports, and documentation.
• Communicate with developers, contractors, and other parties regarding inspection issues and construction matters.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints; assist with investigations as required.
• Review/approve engineering plans and development permits.
• Assist with floodplain management activities as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering inspections

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Coordinates and performs engineering inspections relative to area of assignment; monitors construction for compliance with applicable regulatory requirements; prepares and maintains inspection records; responds to inspection/project inquiries and complaints; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Conducts inspections of municipal capital improvement projects, public infrastructure construction, and/or private development projects.
• Inspects public streets, driveways, utility mains, and/or other infrastructure.
• Performs Certificate of Occupancy (COP), erosion control, and/or other types of inspections.
• Reviews project plans and monitors for contractor compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, project specifications, and quality standards.
• Prepares and maintains various types of inspection records, reports, and documentation.
• Communicates with developers, contractors, and/or other parties regarding inspection issues and/or other construction matters.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints involving projects and/or inspection activities; assists with complaint investigations as required.
• Participates in reviewing/approving engineering plans and development permits.
• Assists with floodplain management activities as assigned.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or required

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent, and two years experience conducting engineering inspections; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

• Work is performed in a standard office environment and in the field.
• Subject to sitting, standing, walking on uneven terrain, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.
• Exposure to variable weather conditions, general construction hazards, heavy equipment, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases is involved.