Engineering Inspector

Position Summary

Inspects paving, drainage, water, sewer, traffic signals, and other improvements at construction sites to ensure that work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and NCTCOG, state, federal, and City codes.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Positions at this level perform the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey and/or Senior level. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning assigned job tasks within the scope of established policies, procedures, and pertinent regulations. May receive technical and/or functional supervision from higher levels.

Essential Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Inspects street paving, public sidewalks, ADA ramps, drainage, water, sewer, traffic signals, retaining walls, and other improvements at construction sites to ensure that work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and City codes.
• Maintains daily log of all activities at construction sites; monitors and records quality and quantity of materials used on City contracts; monitors all testing of water lines, sewer lines, manholes, concrete paving, asphalt paving, and soil compaction on job sites; files daily logs, test results, and compaction reports on all jobs; reports any changes in design, materials, or methods to appropriate engineering personnel.
• Conducts water sampling to test new water lines for water quality.
• Communicates with contractors, property owners and engineers concerning construction; answers questions as necessary.
• Enforces proper traffic control at job sites, as necessary.
• Ensures confined entry in manholes and trench safety for trenches meets OSHA safety standards.
• Troubleshoots field issues and reports findings to Chief Inspector or other Engineering staff.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Associate degree in construction technology or a related field.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in the inspection of and/or construction of water, sewer, traffic signals, drainage, and paving.

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications: Certified Public Works Inspector preferred.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, pre-placement medical examination and the job placement assessment (JPA). Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.

Other Requirements: This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed, during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and/ or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Basic principles of construction methods; basic principles of surveying; construction safety; City codes; NCTCOG, TxDOT, and ADA PROWAG specifications; and TMUTCD traffic control, ASTM, ACI, and AWWA standards.

Skilled in: Using personal computers including electronic reporting systems, Microsoft Office, e-mail, and the internet; reading and interpreting construction plans; understanding construction methods and equipment; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran' s status, genetics, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to climb and descend stairs, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites.   Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.  The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking, hiking, and/or climbing in and through operational areas to identify situations, problems, or hazards.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate the above-mentioned tools and equipment.   Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb to perform work and inspect work sites, and push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.   Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Employees work primarily in the field and may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road and/or land hazards, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.  Employees work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The city of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Work Hours

4 days per week, 10 hours per day.