Job Description

Public Works Construction Inspector II

Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (RWRD) is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced professional to help ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of our public sanitary sewer projects. As a Public Works Construction Inspector II, you'll play a vital role in monitoring construction activities, verifying adherence to plans and specifications, and collaborating with contractors, engineers, and project managers to deliver projects that serve our community for years to come. If you're passionate about building safe, reliable, and lasting public works, we'd like to have you on our team. The Public Works Construction Inspector II leads and participates in reviewing approved major complex technical public works construction plans and conducts on-site observations of construction projects to ensure that work is done in compliance with specifications. This is distinguished from the Public Works Construction Inspector I due to its responsibility of leading and training staff and inspecting major complex construction activity.

Essential Functions:

• Leads, assigns work, trains staff, and interprets approved major complex construction plans, specifications, and special provisions as a basis for conducting all construction inspection activity;
• Inspects major construction of concrete structures such as bridges, overpasses, and box culverts for placement of concrete, false-work and forms, steel reinforcement, rebar, and caissons for general compliance with county specifications;
• Inspects earthwork operations, including clearing of construction site, roadway, drainage, and structural excavations, backfill operations and embankment fills or trenches, bedding, shading, backfill, and other elements of construction for compliance with county specifications and standards;
• Performs sub-grade and aggregate base course inspection for materials stability, width of roadway, and gradation;
• Inspects asphaltic concrete paving and chip seal operations or piping, aggregate base course, concrete, paving, and other construction materials for compliance with county specifications and approved plans;
• Oversees and participates in the coordination with contractors, architects, and various departmental sections in order to meet requirements and provisions set forth in the construction plans;
• Ensures traffic control and work-site safety measures are taken;
• Oversees daily site checks to review and monitor construction progress;
• Conducts informal pre-construction meeting with site foreman to review requirements and provisions set forth in the construction plans;
• Resolves issues with site foreman over identified noncompliance;
• Serves as departmental liaison with the project contractor, other agencies, and the private sector, and accompanies visiting inspectors representing public or other agencies having jurisdiction over the project and reports the outcome of such inspections to management;
• Works with utility companies to establish desirable locations for utilities, given construction constraints, and inspects installation of utility and drainage pipes;
• Maintains daily records, written reports, and pictorial documentation of contractor's work performed, validates monthly pay estimates, and compiles post-construction documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of experience inspecting construction projects such as sewers, water lines, roadways, bridges, or flood control channels INCLUDING two years of experience inspecting public works construction projects.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

Two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Works Construction Inspector I, or a similar level position which is responsible for inspecting public works construction projects.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum three (3) years as a foreman/lead in underground utility construction.
• Minimum three (3) years as an inspector for wastewater sewer systems, water distribution systems, and or storm drain systems.
• Experience in standard construction procedures and techniques.
• Experience with/knowledge of using computers.

Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at time of application or prior to completion of an initial or promotional probation period. Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/licensures shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. All positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases and asbestos found in construction, wastewater, and sewage products, therefore special medical screening prior to and during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety. Some positions require working at, near, or in busy automotive and construction equipment traffic patterns. Any required safety training and equipment will be provided. Employees in this classification may encounter potentially harmful wildlife (reptiles, such as snakes, lizards, etc.), insects, and plants.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Some employees within this classification may be required to routinely lift equipment or other items (such as utility access covers) weighing up to 100 pounds. Employees must be able to: operate assigned vehicles in all weather conditions and on differing road surfaces, work in and traverse rough terrain on foot, recognize industry-standard colors used for marking underground utility services/electrical wiring/equipment and properly maintain and wear required protective clothing and equipment. Other physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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