Public Improvement Inspector

Gfoat; Georgetown (TX); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Georgetown, TX is seeking a field inspector for Capital Improvement Projects. The role covers inspections, plan reviews, and documentation to ensure adherence to construction documents and mandated standards.

You will compile daily reports, liaise with engineering and construction teams, and verify compliance with safety and city requirements in outdoor construction settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 6 months of civil engineering design, construction, inspection, or maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of city policies, OHSA regulations and construction methods.
• Ability to read contract documents, drawings and specifications with accuracy.
• Strong customer service, organization and deadline management skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and field reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Capital Improvement Project sites for compliance with plans and standards.
• Review proposed construction plans and provide written comments and corrections.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain project records.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and utility teams for project flow.
• Meet with contractors to review progress, specifications and drawings.
• Ensure trenching, shoring, and traffic control procedures are followed.
• Attend pre-construction and coordination meetings; explain city policies as needed.
• Compile data for reports, change orders, and progress payments.
• Verify construction staking and adherence to plans.

Skills

Customer service

Task coordination

Reading construction docs

Reading plans & specs

Contract drawings

Mathematics basics

OHSA knowledge

Education

Valid Texas Class C driver’s license

TCEQ Class D Water/Wastewater license (or within 1 year)

TEEX Work Zone Safety Training (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

GPS equipment

iPad

Transit / level

Job description

Performs field inspections and documentation of Capital improvement Projects and construction projects to ensure compliance with approved construction documents and mandated standards.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspects Capital Improvement Project construction sites for compliance with construction documents and mandated standards and subdivision development.
• Reviews proposed construction plans and specifications and provides written comments/corrections.
• Prepares daily inspection reports; Maintains files and records, construction plans record drawings.
• Serves as liaison between engineering services, construction services, and other utility department teams to provide seamless flow of projects.
• Meets with contractors to review construction progress, specifications, and contract drawings.
• Assures trenching/shoring and traffic control procedures are being followed.
• Meets with City staff to coordinate safe and thorough shutdowns.
• Answers inquiries from the general public regarding assigned projects.
• Attends pre-construction and project coordination meetings to review project expectations and construction progress.
• Interprets, explains and enforces city policies and procedures regarding technical standards, specifications, and ordinances.
• Compiles data and information for reports, cost estimates, change orders and revisions, and construction progress payment.
• Verifies construction staking and adherence to construction plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, training and Experience Guidelines

High school diploma or equivalent. Six (6) months of full-time experience in civil engineering design, construction, inspection or maintenance and operations for street, drainage, water and/or wastewater systems. OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook etc.).
• Internet browser, email – desktop and portable devices, iPad.
• Level, transit, city vehicle, GPS equipment, computer, radio, handheld tools.
  

Skill in:

• Providing excellent customer service through telephone, e-mail, and face-to-face interactions.
• Coordinating multiple tasks, obligations, and deadlines.
• Meeting deadlines and following up on action items.
• Use of various office machines: computer, mobile devices, faxes machine, multi-line phones, printers/copiers, etc.
• Safely operating a motor vehicle in construction environments.
• Reading contract documents, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Basic mathematics – algebra and geometry.
• Interpreting policies and procedures.
• Understanding city ordinances, policies, procedures, OHSA regulations.
• Water, wastewater, streets, and drainage construction.
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class "C" Texas driver's license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three (3) year driving history.
• Have or Obtain a TCEQ Class D Water Operators license or TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Operators License or TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collections License (within 1 year of hire)
• Have or Obtain TEEX Work Zone Traffic Control Safety Training Primary Course (Primary Course every 3 years or renewal course) or pre-approved equal.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily outdoors - exposed to weather extremes, heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, loud noise, entry into confined spaces, heavy construction traffic and hazards.
May include lifting, pushing or pulling up to 40 lbs.

Hiring Range:

$24.61 - $30.83, hourly.

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