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Louisville Metro Government · 2 weeks ago

Public Works Inspector II

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Public Works Inspector II to inspect the construction of roadways, sidewalks, and appurtenances within the public right-of-way. The role includes mentoring Public Works Inspector I and working independently to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

Reviews construction and planning drawings, and analyzes and interprets blueprints and other technical information

Responds to the public regarding right-of-way questions and problems

Attends meetings and provides information on right-of-way operations

Inspects sites proposed for right-of-way closure and submits recommendations

Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of installations and layouts

Prepares samples of materials for laboratory testing

Monitors work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to plans and specifications

Records quantities of materials received or used during specified periods

Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities and compares progress reports

Computes monthly estimates of work completed and approves quantities

Validates levels, alignment, and elevation of installations, using surveyor's level and transit

Conducts site distance, sidewalk, right-of-way obstructions, Handicap parking zone and fire hydrant inspections

Performs bond release inspections, reviews claims, gathers information for legal proceedings, and testifies in court

Trains Public Works Inspector I’s on codes and specifications, procedures, and record-keeping

Performs related work as assigned

Qualification

Blueprint interpretationConstruction inspectionSurveying techniquesMaterial testingPublic communicationRecord-keepingSafety complianceMentoringTeam collaborationProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

Associate's Degree

Two (2) years of inspection in heavy highway, utility construction, survey or drafting or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Must possess or obtain Construction of Concrete, Aggregate Sampling Technician, Grade Level Technician, and Asphalt Field Technician certifications within 6 months of employment

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history

Preferred

Bachelor's or Master's degree in construction, architecture, drafting, engineering, fire science or related

4 years of inspection in heavy highway, utility construction, survey or drafting or related experience

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Term Life

Supplemental Life

Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holiday Pay

Bereavement Leave

Kentucky Public Pensions Authority

457 Deferred Comp

Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Qualified Adult Benefits

Childcare Assistance

Free TARC Use

Paid Parental Leave

Company

Louisville Metro Government

Louisville Metro Government is a statistical entity in the U.S. state of Kentucky.

Founded in 1778

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://louisvilleky.gov/

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