Public Works Construction Inspector

Every day at CMTS, our people deliver infrastructure projects that make a difference in lives and communities. As a company with 35 years of experience, CMTS is poised for success. We value our employees and strive to create a culture that allows them to learn, grow, and thrive. We believe in promoting a work/life balance, focusing on health and wellness, being active in our community through sound business practices and employee initiatives. Come join us in our growth!

We’re seeking a highly motivated Public Works Construction Inspector in Portland, OR.

Required Education

• High School or GED, Community College or higher with studies in construction or technology can substitute for experience.
  
  

Preferred Licenses And Certificates

• OSHA 10
• Trench Safety
• CPR/First Aid
• Fall Protection
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in public works construction
• Candidate will have previous experience as a Quality Control or Quality assurance Inspector.
• Experience in public works construction as an equipment operator, laborer, pipe installer, grade checker, or other crew member installing utility mains, constructing streets and sidewalks,
• Experience in public works construction working at a facility such as pump stations or treatment plants
• Read and comprehend construction drawings and specification documents and preparation of as-built (as-constructed) drawings
• Utilize math skills to determine slopes, material quantities, volumes, and distances.
• Experience inspecting and reporting on construction projects.
• Clearly communicate all job-related issues
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with engineers, contractors, workers, and the public addressing their concerns on construction-related impacts
• Provide written reports outlining specific details of work observed and issues or concerns.
• Comprehension of reporting on computer or tablet-based software
• Photo documentation
• Work in a team environment
• Adapt to changing priorities and unforeseen conditions.
• Sewer or storm main work will require knowledge of proper trenching, backfill, and pavement repair/restoration. Curb, sidewalk, and ADA knowledge a plus.
• Computer and software skills related to MS Office Suite (i.e. Word Excel- Office 365) – Including MS Project, E-Builder or BlueBeam
• Pre-employment requirement-All candidates will be required to pass a background check and have an acceptable driving record
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with State or City/County codes and ordinances a plus.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Construction of stormwater collection and retention, roads and streets, trench patching, sidewalks, ADA access, curb and gutter, and streetlighting
• Work may also include roads, streets, bridges, or large culvert construction.
• Inspecting construction of sewer collection and conveyance mains, sewer lateral connections, CIPP or other
• lining and repair operations.
• creek work and restoration of a riparian environment.
• Sewer or storm main work will require knowledge of proper trenching, backfill, and pavement repair/restoration. Curb, sidewalk and ADA knowledge a plus.
• Public works may also include the construction of pumping and wastewater filtration systems and structures that house these systems.
• This will require the opening of sewer or stormwater manholes in urban and rural environments.
• Interaction with members of the general public is expected beyond the everyday interactions with contractor personnel.
  
  

Salary:

• $35.00 - $42.00/hour
  
  

Bonus Pay

Bonus opportunities are available at management discretion, based on individual job performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate objectives.

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CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees.

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our Management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.