Construction Inspector

General Statement

The Construction Inspector, under limited supervision, inspects new construction projects and interprets and enforces codes, standards, and policies. Work involves inspecting the construction of all new water and sewer infrastructure required for all new development. Duties include holding pre-construction conferences, completing and maintaining daily inspection reports, scheduling and observing testing, conducting final inspections and preparing written punch list, interpreting engineering plans, following specifications, reviewing as-built drawings, and other professional duties related to the construction of water distribution and sewer collection systems. Duties also include inspection of construction sites for code violations and/or to ensure construction is proceeding in accordance with specification standards and plan documents; issuance of notification of non-conformance or citations as necessary. Employee must exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing task. The employee must also exercise tact, courtesy, and firmness in frequent contact with County employees, engineers, architects, planners, surveyors, developers, contractors, builders, suppliers, and the general public.

Essential Functions

Inspects the construction of new sewer mains, water lines and their appurtenances.

Knowledge and understanding of Union County Water Sewer Extension Ordinance and Union County Water and Sewer Standard Specifications and Details.

Knowledge and understanding of NCDEQ rules and regulations governing public water and sewer systems.

Utilizes and enforces (when applicable) OSHA safety standards, UCW specifications, UC Water and Sewer Extension Ordinance, DOT encroachment permits, NC erosion control measures, Corps of Engineers and US Fish and Wildlife Service regulations.

Reads and interprets civil drawings, site plans and topography with actual construction.

Reads and understands water and sewer line construction terminology.

Communicates effectively and establishes and maintains working relationships with developers, contractors, and the general public.

Exercises independent judgment and decision-making in the interpretation and resolution of situations in the field.

Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Interprets construction codes and engineering standards and resolve field problems.

Records and delivers information, explains procedures, and follows oral and written instructions.

Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Utilizes mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; and utilize decimals and percentages.

Works in "permit required" confined spaces and follows work zone safety.

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the County and various regulatory agencies and to see that the standards are not violated.

Operates small office equipment and computer and devices for data entry.

Checks chlorine residual in water system.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and three (3) years of experience in sewer and/or water maintenance; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Possession of Grade 'B' Water Distribution Certification or Grade 'II' Collections Certification.

CPR and first aid, and any combination of industry standard training and certifications.

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.

Special Requirements:

Must be available to work occasionally at night for scheduled shut down events.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including pickup trucks, propane torches, chlorine testers, measuring wheels, engineer rulers, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.