Construction Inspector

The City of Orange Public Work's Department is looking for its next Construction Inspector I/II!

Recruitment Note: First review of applications will take place on June 12, 2024. Apply today! Interested candidates must complete the online application and attach a résumé. Failure to follow these instructions will result in the disqualification of your application.

Definition of Position:

Under direct or general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in: inspecting the workmanship and materials used in a variety of public works construction and capital improvement projects of the City's infrastructure, such as encroachment, grading, landscaping, traffic control, water quality, and public safety; ensures conformance with applicable Federal and State laws, codes, ordinances, plans, specifications, and departmental regulations; maintains inspection records; conducts field observations and inspections; and, performs related work as required. Receives direct or general supervision from the Construction Inspection Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May exercise technical and functional direction over and provide training to lower-level staff.

In addition to the examples listed in this flyer, the candidate selected to fill this Construction Inspector I/II vacancy will:

• Review plans and specifications of assigned construction projects, including traffic signals, traffic control channelization, and street lighting systems.
• Inspect traffic systems and infrastructure, including traffic signals, street signs, pavement striping and markings, and street lights.
• Have knowledge of materials, methods, principles and practices used in public works construction inducing traffic control and pavement striping, and basic principles, methods and techniques of traffic engineering related to infrastructure improvement and maintenance.
• Have the ability to inspect traffic control, channelization, and street lighting systems to ensure compliance with City standards and approval plans.

The ideal candidate will have experience in field inspection for traffic control, channelization, pavement striping, street lighting systems, and traffic signals.

Construction Inspector I/II: (Salary range $63,888.00 - $81,924.00 annually)

This is the entry-level class in the construction inspection series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic public works construction and/or inspection experience perform work such as maintaining inspection records, performing basic public works construction and capital improvement project inspections, and conducting field observations and inspections. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Construction Inspector II: (Salary range $70,584.00 - $90,516.00 annually)

This is the full journey-level class in the construction inspection series. Incumbents perform the full range of technical work in all of the following areas: inspecting the workmanship and materials used in a variety of public works projects, ensuring conformance with plans, specifications and departmental regulations, and directing and guiding contractors to achieve quality control and proper use of materials. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I level by the performance of the full range of duties, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the engineering class series in that the latter is a professional level requiring completion of a four-year degree.

Examples of Duties

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 all phases of a variety of public works, infrastructure, and capital improvement construction projects for conformance with plans, specifications, contract provisions, and safe work practices in accordance with City, County, and State codes; inspects materials for identification; performs routine field tests as needed.
• Reviews plans and specifications of assigned construction projects, including streets, storm drains, curbs, gutters and sidewalks, street and alley pavement and grading, and water and wastewater distribution, collection, and treatment systems installation and repair projects.
• Records amounts of materials used and work performed; prepares necessary reports for progress payments.
• Inspects adjacent properties for damage from construction activity.
• Confers with contractors and developers regarding conformance to standards, plans, specifications, and codes; explains requirements and evaluates alternatives.
• Consults with engineering staff regarding problems and change alternatives.
• Prepares and maintains daily inspection reports, progress payments, change orders, claims, and other written documentation.
• Takes samples of materials used; performs basic tests or submits to testing laboratories to ensure appropriate composition.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors and developers.
• Investigates resident complaints; confers with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards, and inconvenience.
• Schedules service interruptions with least interference and least inconvenience to properties.
• Inspects City sidewalks and asphalt roads for hazards in need of repair; measures and records displacements; submits locations for repair.
• Acts as liaison between the City, contractors, other agencies and businesses and residents affected by projects; maintains communication among the parties and responds to and resolves issues and complaints or refers them to the proper office for resolution; prepares work orders in response to complaints.
• Prepares general construction and site improvement specification and plan review.
• Prepares a variety of correspondence, reports, correction notices, procedures, and other written materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Please visit the City of Orange Website for a full description of Typical Qualifications and Supplemental Information.

City Misson, Vision, and Values:

Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties: The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors. As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community. The City’s values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.