Construction Inspector / Senior Construction Inspector

This position is a key member of the Districts Engineering department, playing an essential role in inspecting the construction of water distribution system improvements by contractors and by private builders and developers. As one of a six-member team, this position is responsible for ensuring that materials and workmanship meet the Districts high standards, and that construction is carried out in accordance with local, State, and Federal requirements.

• The Construction Inspector is an entry-level class in the Construction Inspector series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Construction Inspector class is distinguished from the Senior Construction Inspector level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the Senior Construction Inspector level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of the assigned area of responsibility are learned.

• Experience and Training

  Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience :

  One year of experience in public works/pipeline construction, engineering or a related field.

• Training :

  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Postsecondary education with course work in engineering technology, construction management or related areas from an accredited university or college or documented vocational/technical school training in related areas is highly desirable. Acceptable accrediting agencies are those recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) or by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE).

• Possession of a valid Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board is required within 6 months of appointment.

• Possession of a valid Grade T1 Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board is required within 6 months of appointment.

• The Senior Construction Inspector is the journey-level class in the Construction Inspector series and is distinguished from the entry-level class by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Construction Inspector level once the incumbent meets the qualification standards of the Senior Construction Inspector level, demonstrates an ability to perform the full scope of the work, and meets performance standards.

• Experience and Training

• Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience:

  Five years of responsible experience similar to a Construction Inspector with the District.

• Training :

  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Postsecondary education with course work in engineering technology, construction management or related areas from an accredited university or college or documented vocational/technical school training in related areas is highly desirable. Acceptable accrediting agencies are those recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) or by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE).

• Possession of a valid Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board is required upon hire and a D2 within 12 months of appointment.

• Possession of a valid Grade T1 Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board is required upon hire and a T2 within 12 months of appointment.

• Possession of a valid Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification issued by American Water Works Association is required within 12 months of appointment.

  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as this position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on Monday, June 30th, 2025.

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