Inspector III - Construction - Transportation & Public Works (Civil Service)

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking an Inspector III - Transportation Construction to perform skilled professional inspections on public works projects affecting utilities and infrastructure.

The role involves enforcing regulations, leading other inspectors, coordinating with engineers and contractors, and producing clear reports. Requires four years of inspection experience and a valid driver’s license; education options include an associate degree with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of experience inspecting streets, drainage, water/sewer, facilities or bridges.
• Equivalency: Associate degree (or higher) plus two years of required experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on public works projects to verify compliance with codes and standards.
• Issue notices of violation and follow up inspections to ensure corrections.
• Inspect diverse construction projects for paving, utilities, and standards conformity.
• Oversee other inspectors and collaborate with engineers, contractors, and agencies.
• Plan inspection routes, document findings, and prepare pass/fail reports.

Skills

Plan interpretation

Code compliance knowledge

Reading drawings/specifications

Inspection leadership

Communication skills

Record keeping

Interagency coordination

Field safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree + 2 years experience

Job description

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Overview

The Inspector III - Transportation Construction performs skilled professional inspections for construction projects impacting the public works utilities and related infrastructure. Monitors compliance, enforces regulations, and provides leadership for other inspectors.

Essential Functions

• 1 Conducts inspections in an assigned public works construction projects to determine compliance with safety, structural, zoning, plans, and/or applicable codes and ordinances; investigates alleged violations of federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations; ensures corrections are made for deficiencies and assists in determining methods to achieve conformance.
• 2 Develops and issues notices of violation and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made; provides information to customers regarding codes and other regulatory requirements.
• 3 Inspects a variety of construction projects completed by contractors and other entities to ensure compliance with city's paving, utility, and construction standards.
• 4 Monitors and oversees the work of other inspectors and solves more challenging inspection related problems; interacts and collaborates with engineers, contractors, and other agencies to ensure appropriate specifications are met for project compliance.
• 5 Establishes inspection route and organizes inspection work; drives to various sites, documents inspection findings, and develops pass or fail reports accordingly; submits all information and evidence to ensure deficiencies are corrected.
• 6 Keeps an approved list of new materials used in construction and changes in relevant codes and ordinances; measures, monitors, and tracks quantities of materials and services used during construction and maintains an accurate record of events to verify contractor's invoice quantities prior to payment.
• 7 Performs professional customer service; engages and communicates with contractors, engineers, and other individuals involved in construction projects and related areas; provides direction and leadership for other inspectors.
• 8 Performs all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge And Skills

• 1 Knowledge of city, state, or federal codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and standards in construction and related projects.
• 2 Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• 3 Knowledge of performing inspections and determining non-compliant issues.
• 4 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
• 5 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• 6 Ability to produce written documents/reports with clearly organized thoughts.
• 7 Ability to keep accurate records; comprehend and make inferences from written material.
• 8 Knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
• 9 Ability to assist and provide guidance for other personnel performing inspections and related work.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

• Four (4) years of experience inspecting the design/construction/maintenance of streets, storm drainage systems, water/sewer mains, water/wastewater facilities and/or bridge improvements projects.

EQUIVALENCIES

• Associate degree (or higher) in a construction Management or Engineering field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Other Requirements

• Subject to fieldwork conditions.

Salary Range

$55,432.00 - $65,062.40

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.