Public Works Engineering Technician: Field Inspector

City of Elkhart, Indiana; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Elkhart in Elkhart, IN seeks an Engineering Technician to inspect Public Works and private construction projects, ensure compliance with specifications, review plans, and perform related office duties.

The role requires an associate or bachelor degree in construction technology, plus two years of technical experience; familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS and Microsoft Office is desirable. Day-to-day tasks include data collection, plan reviews, and answering public inquiries.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in construction technology desirable.
• Two years’ technical experience or training in engineering, surveying, and construction practices desirable.
• Experience in AutoCAD, ESRI GIS, and Microsoft Office is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspects storm, sanitary, water main projects, and all construction work performed within the public right-of-way.
• Performs final inspection of connection to City of Elkhart sanitary sewer system and water system.
• Performs data collection, site inspection, and complaint responses for the City’s ADA program.
• Updates maps and records for historical data and GIS implementation by others.
• Assists managing the City’s sewer insurance program.
• Reviews site plans, applications, and supporting documents.
• Permit and inspect residential driveway construction, excavation permits, right-of-way permits, other related questions
• Conducts various inspections, as required.
• Answers questions and complaints from the public in person and over the telephone.

Skills

Inspector skills

Surveying knowledge

Construction practices

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in construction technology

Two years’ technical experience or training in engineering/surveying/construction

Tools

AutoCAD

ESRI GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

City Of Elkhart in Elkhart, IN seeks an Engineering Technician to inspect Public Works and private construction projects, ensure compliance with specifications, review plans, and perform related office duties.

The role requires an associate or bachelor degree in construction technology, plus two years of technical experience; familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS and Microsoft Office is desirable. Day-to-day tasks include data collection, plan reviews, and answering public inquiries.