NEOGOV · 3 days ago
Public Works Inspector I / II
La Mesa City Hall, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$71K/yr - $102K/yr
1+ years expThe City of La Mesa is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Public Works Inspector to oversee projects, streamline operations, and support effective decision-making within the Community Development Department. This role involves ensuring construction projects meet city standards and compliance with local and state codes, while collaborating with contractors, engineers, and other city departments.
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Responsibilities
Inspect work quality of and materials used in a variety of public works projects within City right of ways during various stages of construction; areas of inspection including streets, sewers, storm drains, streetlights, traffic signals, parks, landscape medians and related structures; ensure compliance with standards, specifications and applicable codes, ordinances and regulations
Take samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; perform routine materials and density field tests to assure material and workmanship quality; coordinate results of tests and verify approval of structure
Check line, grade, size, elevation and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations
Compile detailed data of construction progress and inspection results; prepare various reports on daily operations and activities
Attend pre-construction meetings; represent the City's needs and requirements to developers, contractors and engineers; review plans and specifications to gain familiarity with construction projects
Observe work during progress and upon completion; recommend progress payments; conduct safety inspections to ensure that safety procedures are followed; advise contractors of changes in plans and variances
Perform preliminary and final inspections including reviewing plans and specifications and preparing punch list prior to project acceptance to assure compliance with City standards
Assist construction supervisors in interpreting project specifications
Inspect adjacent properties for damage from construction activity
Confer with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards and inconvenience; schedule service interruptions with the least interference and least inconvenience to property owners
Coordinate work with other City departments and utilities to resolve interferences and conflicts
Perform variety of tasks for Federal and State grant funded jobs; complete and update a variety of forms and reports including daily construction reports and weekly statement of working days
Supervise contracted construction inspectors as assigned
Perform related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in public works inspection, civil engineering, or a related field
Public Works Inspector I - One year of construction or para-professional public works engineering experience
Public Works Inspector II - Two years of construction or para-professional public works engineering experience
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills
Experience in reviewing and interpreting plans, specs, standard drawings, codes, and ensuring construction compliance
Hands-on leadership experience to plan, schedule, and communicate with a wide range of people including contractors, consultants, coworkers, other agencies, and the public
Expertise in record keeping, documentation of findings, and reporting, including proficiency with computer software for scheduling, record keeping, and reporting
Problem solving skills related to field conditions, construction constraints, public complaints, and recommending solutions for project challenges
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
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Company
NEOGOV
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