Field Inspector – Roads & Utilities

Chelan County Natural Resources; Wenatchee, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA contributions

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Retirement system

Job summary

Chelan County Public Works in Wenatchee, WA is seeking a construction inspector to inspect and oversee county and private road projects, utilities within the county road right-of-way, and related construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of progressive construction/public works experience, with strong ability to measure elevations and quantities, and to document field activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in construction, public works, or related field operations.
• Training or coursework in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, or similar vocational programs is beneficial.
• Ability to calculate elevations, grades, quantities and utilize conversion formulas of construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing plans for new subdivision construction projects.
• Field measurements to verify dimension accuracy of structural installation and layout.
• Verify elevation of road/easement alignment and structure installation.
• Construction inspection to ensure that field procedures and materials used conform to project specifications.
• Inspection of utility installations for approval of location, grade, and road crossing restoration to conform to County standards.
• Assure that the contractors are following the approved construction plans and specifications and provide information to the engineer on deviations for approval from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction.
• Recording quantities of materials received or used during specified construction periods.
• Maintaining a daily log of construction and inspection activities and comparing progress reports.
• Monitor 811 requests and locate county owned facilities as required.
• Assist the Addressing and Development Technician in inspecting driveways, when needed.
• Perform other engineering aid functions as directed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chelan County Public Works in Wenatchee, WA is seeking a construction inspector to inspect and oversee county and private road projects, utilities within the county road right-of-way, and related construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of progressive construction/public works experience, with strong ability to measure elevations and quantities, and to document field activities.