Construction Inspector

JOB LOCATION

Cit y of Aurora , Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Anticipated Hiring salary: $63,617.00 - $79,521.00/year

Full Salary Range: $63,617.00 - $99,401.00/year

Salary to be commensurate with experience.

Deadline to apply: August 17th, 2025 (This position is subject to close once a qualified pool of applications has been obtained)

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs complex civil construction inspections to ensure compliance with the city code and specifications
• Records results of inspections
• Performs related public contact requirements verbally, in writing, by computer, or over the telephone
• Provide options to pass inspections; schedules and coordinates routes and re-inspection
• Attends meetings and confers with the public
• Investigates complaints and variance issues
• Maintains complex filing system
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Additional coursework and training may be required

Experience:

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:

• Colorado Driver's License with a good driving history
• CDOT Erosion Control Supervisor, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• NICET: Roadways, soils or utility, or ability to obtain within 6 months

Knowledge of:

• Design, construction, and function of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural, equipment and systems, and life safety
• Municipal building codes and enforcement

Skills in:

• Skill in the interpretation of engineer's drawings, standards, and specifications

Abilities to:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and citizens
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations
• Read and interpret project plans and drawings
• Write and maintain detailed reports, logs, and payment records
• Be able to pass the Public Works Senior Construction Inspector exam within six (6) months

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Moderate physical work which requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds, with or without assistance
• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Regular walking and standing
• A full range of body movements including pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling
• Foot/eye coordination to operate a motor vehicle
• Vision to read plans, specifications and other information
• Frequent hearing and speech communication with employees, contractors, and citizens

Equipment Used:

• Operates a motor vehicle; personal computer; calculator, computer; and equipment/tools appropriate to the function of this job
• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

For Veterans preference : Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.