Public Works Field Inspector: Shapes City Infrastructure

City of Georgetown, TX; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Georgetown, TX is seeking a field inspection professional to ensure Capital Improvement and construction projects comply with approved documents and standards. You will document progress, review plans, and liaise with engineering and other city teams to keep projects on track.

The role involves outdoor work, coordinating with contractors, and enforcing safety and city policies. A valid Texas driver’s license and related certifications are required or pursued within 1 year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of full-time experience in civil engineering design, construction, inspection or maintenance for street, drainage, water and/or wastewater systems.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training providing required knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Capital Improvement Project construction sites for compliance with documents and standards.
• Review proposed plans and provide written comments/corrections.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain records.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and utility teams.
• Meet with contractors to review progress and drawings.
• Ensure safety procedures for trenching, shoring, and traffic control are followed.
• Attend pre-construction and coordination meetings and interpret city policies.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Reading construction drawings

Policy interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS equipment

iPad

Office machines

Job description

City of Georgetown, TX is seeking a field inspection professional to ensure Capital Improvement and construction projects comply with approved documents and standards. You will document progress, review plans, and liaise with engineering and other city teams to keep projects on track.

The role involves outdoor work, coordinating with contractors, and enforcing safety and city policies. A valid Texas driver’s license and related certifications are required or pursued within 1 year.