Water Main Construction Inspector

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville is seeking a Water Main Construction Inspector to oversee Water Main Capital Improvement projects. In this role, you'll ensure compliance with safety regulations and work across various water and wastewater projects. The position offers a dynamic work environment within a vibrant community, requiring attention to detail and substantial construction experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in water main, sanitary sewer, or pump station construction.
• Ability to manage independent work in the field.
• Basic engineering theory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage and inspect Water Main Capital Improvement projects.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance on-site.
• Collaborate with engineering staff on construction plans.

Skills

Independence

Engineering theory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of specialized training

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering Technology

Job description

The City of Naperville is seeking a detail-oriented Water Main Construction Inspector to manage and inspect Water Main Capital Improvement projects. In this role, you will ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while overseeing wastewater treatment, lift stations, and pump station rehabilitation projects.

The Water Main Construction Inspector collaborates with the engineering team to provide technical support, conduct surveying, and assist in preparing construction plans and specifications.This role offers the opportunity to work with a team dedicated to innovation in water and wastewater services.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $29.2248 - $40.7626 per hour, commensurate with experience. The pay grade for this position is N10. For additional information clickhere.

• Manages work assignments as assigned by the Engineering Manager(s).
• Assists construction engineers with the construction of water and wastewater capital improvement projects requiring proficiency with the methods of water main and sanitary sewer installations, cured-in-place pipe rehabilitation of water main and sewers, lift station and pump station construction, and transportation engineering related items such as asphalt and concrete construction.
• Collaborates with engineering staff to design, draft, and prepare construction drawings for the bidding process and construction.
• Day-to-day construction inspection duty includes inspecting the construction site, monitoring workmanship, ensuring safety standards, testing and measuring, documentation, reviewing progress, and ensuring compliance with applied regulations.
• Construction management duties include ensuring adherence to City, County, township, IDOT, and IEPA requirements; management of administrative duties such as contractor payment requests and change order approvals; and continual collaboration with contractors, engineers, residents, property owners, and City staff.
• Provides various City departments with information related to water and wastewater projects and their requirements.
• Maintains night and weekend availability to manage off-hours construction related emergencies.
• Coordinates with GIS staff to survey and update City GIS with newly-constructed water main and sanitary sewer installations.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of specialized and formal training typically acquired through technical school, business school, or college.
• Three or more years’ experience in the construction of water main, sanitary sewer, pump stations, or similar utilities.
• Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of engineering theory.

Preferred

• Experience working on projects located in congested commercial and residential locations.
• Ability to meet the needs of residents impacted by construction in a friendly, responsive, and professional manner.
• Certified IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities.
• An Associate’s Degree or comparable education with a focus in Construction Management or Engineering Technology.
• Any other relevant training and/or certifications will be considered.

The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 150,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.

Clickhereto learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.

Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.

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The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at [phone].