Public Infrastructure Field Inspector

City Of Olathe; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and dental coverage

Retirement plans

Educational reimbursement

LiveWell wellness program

Training & development

Job summary

The City of Olathe Infrastructure Department seeks a detail-oriented Project Inspector to support public infrastructure and private development projects. Roles I–III vary by qualifications and experience, with opportunities to supervise and guide junior inspectors.

Responsibilities include field inspections, documentation, and coordination with contractors. A valid driver’s license and IMSA certifications within one year are required, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret plans, blueprints, specs.
• Valid driver’s license; driving record favorable.
• IMSA Work Zone Safety, Erosion & Sediment Control, and Nuclear Density Gauge within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Inspect public infrastructure and private development work for compliance.
• Monitor progress, quantities, schedules, and scope; review pay estimates.
• Provide guidance to junior inspectors and prepare completion certificates.
• Support snow removal and emergency operations as needed.

Skills

Reading engineering plans

Field testing procedures

Contract compliance awareness

Communication with stakeholders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering/construction coursework preferred

Valid driver’s license

Tools

IMSA certifications: Work Zone Safety

IMSA certifications: Erosion & Sediment Control

IMSA certifications: Nuclear Density Gauge

Job description

The City of Olathe Infrastructure Department seeks a detail-oriented Project Inspector to support public infrastructure and private development projects. Roles I–III vary by qualifications and experience, with opportunities to supervise and guide junior inspectors.

Responsibilities include field inspections, documentation, and coordination with contractors. A valid driver’s license and IMSA certifications within one year are required, with competitive pay and benefits.