NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Inspector I (Permits and Stormwater)
Michigan, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$51K/yr - $71K/yrNEOGOV is part of the City of Detroit, seeking an Inspector I for the Water Department. The role involves overseeing contractor construction services for projects related to the improvement and expansion of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department System, ensuring quality control and compliance with safety regulations.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Review and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications, and provide detailed information of factors or issues that may affect construction projects
Maintain quality control standards by assuring inspection and field or laboratory testing of all construction materials, supplies and equipment used on construction projects
Prepare daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting
Advise and assist the engineer in refining requests, securing corrections to defective work, errors and omissions in the design to avoid a non-compliance report
Attend construction meetings
Monitor work schedules to determine progress and prepare estimates for contract payments
Ensure safety regulations are enforced on construction sites
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
Provide on the job training
Coordinate training classes and equipment commissioning scheduled by contractors
Compile, maintain and store records, drawings and plans related to assigned construction projects
Perform related work duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Michigan Driver's License
Ability to work irregular hours, commute to DWSD facilities and work sites
Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection processes, equipment and systems
Knowledge of Green Storm water Infrastructure
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management
Knowledge of safety regulations such as OSHA, MIOSHA, and other applicable local and state codes, rules and policies
Knowledge of construction specifications, standards and materials testing requirements
Knowledge of basic Geographic Information Systems
Skill to conduct and record precise observations
Skill to prepare clear and accurate reports
Skill to use survey instruments, tools and other equipment
Skill to use advanced technology
Skill to provide strong oral communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to read and interpret contract drawings/specification and schematics
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to provide training and evaluation as a subject matter expert on technical topics
Ability to effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problems
Ability to develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
Ability to direct team activities or to work as a team member
Ability to review and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches and specifications, and provide detailed information of factors or issues that may affect construction projects
Ability to maintain quality control standards by assuring inspection and field or laboratory testing of all construction materials, supplies and equipment used on construction projects
Ability to review operation and maintenance manuals, work plan schedule updates and process pay applications submitted by contractors
Ability to attend construction meetings
Ability to review material test certification and documentation
Ability to participate in final inspections of work completed before final contract closeout and issuance of certification of completion
Ability to verify and report work to engineer that deviates from the requirements of the detailed specifications and contract drawings
Ability to advise and assist the engineer in refining requests, securing corrections to defective work, errors and omissions in the design to avoid a non-compliance report
Ability to coordinate warranty repairs as requested
Ability to take photographs on construction sites
Ability to monitor work schedules to determine progress and prepare estimates for contract payments
Ability to ensure safety regulations are enforced on construction sites
Ability to report MISS DIG
Ability to issue urban and suburban permits and equipment shutdown request
Ability to oversee leak repair and restoration
Ability to prepare daily and weekly activity logs, reports and specialized reports required for construction accounting and historical reporting
Ability to follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
Ability to provide on the job training
Ability to perform related work duties as assigned
Preferred
EPA Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Certification
EPA Lead Abatement Certification
MIOSHA Confined Space Certification
MDEQ Soil Erosion & Soil Control Certification
40 Hour HAZWOPER or safety training
Benefits
Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave.
City Employees Retirement System
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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