Public Works Engineering Inspector

City of Apache Junction Economic Development; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Apache Junction is seeking a Public Works Engineering Inspector to perform quality assurance inspections on all phases of construction for Public Works projects, ensuring compliance with plans, standards, specifications, codes, permits, and ordinances. The role requires coordination with City staff, contractors, and other agencies; duties include field inspections, reporting, plan review, and tracking permits.

Anticipated hiring range: $29.58–$31.08/hour; closing date: August 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or related field, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of city procedures, codes, standards, and MUTCD.
• Reading construction documents and plans; GIS knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs field inspections of construction to ensure compliance with plans, standards, specs, codes, permits, and ordinances.
• Inspects and approves or rejects all phases of construction; monitors schedules and issues.
• Coordinate work with City departments and other agencies; attend meetings with contractors and utilities.
• Prepare reports documenting project activities and data; manage permits and inspections.
• Review traffic control plans and ensure MUTCD compliance; may assist with stormwater inspections.
• Read project documents to determine plan requirements and material specs.

Skills

Reading plans

Teamwork

Clear communication

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Public Works Engineering Inspector

(Anticipated Hiring Range: $29.58 - $31.08/hour) Positions assigned to this class perform quality assurance inspections on all phases of construction of Public Works projects to ensure compliance with plans, standards, specifications, codes, permits, and ordinances. Serves as field resource for both City staff and contractors.

• Salary: $29.58 - $42.82 Hourly
• Location: Apache Junction, AZ
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Job Number: 202600086
• Department: PUBLIC WORKS
• Division: Engineering
• Opening Date: 08/06/2026
• Closing Date: 8/20/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

Essential Duties

• Performs field inspections of construction improvements for compliance with plans, standards, specifications, regulations, permits, city codes, and ordinances; inspects approves and /or rejects all phases of construction. Monitors contractor schedules to ensure milestones are met and resolve potential problems.
• Ensures proper signage, barricading, and construction is according to plans.
• Enforce City ordinances, policies, procedures, and guidelines associated with on-site and off-site improvements.
• Reviews and evaluates requests for information, third-party material testing, change orders, and pay applications for accuracy.
• Coordinate work with City departments and other agencies. Attend construction and project-related meetings with other agencies, contractors, and utility companies. May coordinate and assist contractors with field problems and possible plan revisions.
• Read and review project construction documents and structural specifications for system and material requirements.
• Confer with supervisor to determine project details, such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions.
• Prepare reports and document project activities and data, scan field division files, plans, and records.
• Process right-of-way encroachment permits; tabulate payments for permits; posting inspection results. Verifies permits, licenses, and insurance certificates.
• May review and approve traffic control plans; ensure compliance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) regulations, inspects temporary traffic control, road closures, and restrictions.
• May conduct citywide inspections and complete reports for the City's stormwater management plan.
• May collect geographic information systems (GIS) data for use by City GIS staff.
• Support the City's policies, goals, and objectives and work with management and other staff to ethically achieve such goals and objectives; ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduated from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with an associate degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or a closely related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge

• City and Department procedures, policies, and guidelines; City Code; City ordinances.
• City Engineering Standards; Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD); Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) standards and specifications; Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) standards and specifications.

Skills

• Reading construction-related documents such as maps, plans, cost estimates, and specifications.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with contractors, coworkers, and other individuals in contact during the course of work.
• Communicating clearly and concisely; following instructions; working with little or no direct supervision.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard software such as Microsoft Office and specialized software and standard office equipment.

Pre-employment Requirements

Candidates who are selected for appointment may be required to be fingerprinted, if 18 or older; successfully complete a background investigation, employment verification, and may be subject to a drug/alcohol test, medical, polygraph and/or psychological evaluation. Candidates who are appointed will be required to possess a valid driver's license to operate a vehicle in Arizona or meet the transportation needs of the position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Field work is performed in an outdoor environment and will require the operation of a vehicle. May be required to perform a full range of motion with lifting and/or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Some work is performed in a standard office environment. May require frequent sitting and continuous operation of a personal computer.

Benefits

The City of Apache Junction offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered.

Employer Information

• Address: 300 E Superstition Blvd
• Apache Junction, Arizona, 85119
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: https://www.apachejunctionaz.gov/