Airport Civil Inspector IV

Position Title:

Airport Civil Inspector IV

Job Description:

This classification is reserved for incumbents whose position is covered by the contract of a recognized collective bargaining unit.

Under minimal supervision, performs lead person, training and project planning duties--and recurring technical work in drafting and design, field and materials inspection, pavement management, construction inspection, surveying, subdivision review, permit issuance and inspection, and other related areas. Projects will normally be of limited size or complexity, or may involve a phase of a larger project. Employees in this classification may rotate from one specific assignment to another as workloads change, or for training and orientation.

About the Position:

Salt Lake City Department of Airports is seeking a skilled Airport Civil Inspector IV to take the lead on a variety of public works and development projects ranging from drafting and design to inspection, surveying, and permit review. Working under minimal supervision, you'll oversee phases of engineering projects, ensure compliance with codes and specifications, train and guide team members, and collaborate with contractors and developers to bring plans to life.

Position Hourly Range:

$29.47- $36.47 based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Paid vacation and personal leave

• 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Typical Duties:

• Drafts plans for engineering projects using topographical profiles and related maps and charts using computer-aided design methods. Plots maps and charts using computer information or field notes indicating relationships between various items on finished drawings. Calculates field quantities, measurements, and property descriptions. Determines specifications according to standard accepted engineering principles and practices. Estimates construction costs. Uses appropriate engineering computer hardware and software, and other standard machines and equipment.

• Inspects and reviews construction of engineering projects, to verify finished work conforms to bid specifications, alignment, field contours, engineering drawings and standard building codes. Evaluates pavements, reviews, issues and inspects public way permits. Determines compliance with plans and specifications. May occasionally serve as the City sole representative on the inspection and contract administration of City construction projects and private development public improvements.

• Takes and inspects samples of items used in construction projects. Prepares samples for testing. Determines weights, densities, strengths and other qualities of materials sampled. Prepares reports for others in department for review. Rejects supplied materials if testing supports. Interprets blueprints, field designs, notes and contracts for various field and office crews. Keeps detailed daily diary of inspection, test and other information received, instructions ordered and sample results.

• Operates total station, transit, theodolite, level, chain and other measuring equipment. Turns angles, determines points and reviews benchmarks. Keeps information for field notebooks. Marks and drives stakes. Checks for grade and level.

• Trains and orients new employees, including engineering technicians and office staff, in their assigned duties and use of computer and computer programs. Performs lead person duties when necessary.

• Notifies contractors and general public of project requirements. Works with contractors and developers to assist them in conforming to requirements. Reviews subdivision or private development plans, drainage calculations and designs to ensure conformance with ordinances and standards. Resolves problems in the field after consulting with engineers and technicians

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent. Six years' paid work experience performing drafting and design, survey work, construction and materials inspection or closely related field. Two years' formal post high school training in civil engineering or related field such as drafting, surveying, materials testing, building trades or construction inspection may be substituted for two years' field experience. Training must include at least 45 quarter or 30 semester hours of passing grades for related subjects. Two years' paid work experience using computers in computer aided design and construction management in civil engineering applications are required and may be included in the six year requirement.

• Ability to lead and facilitate other team members, plan projects, maintain detailed records, prepare written reports, and correlate data collected from total station equipment or other survey techniques for incorporation in project planning, design and construction by means of computer software applications. Must be able to work well with contractors, developers, co-workers, supervisors and the general public under varying circumstances.

• Technical training and certification from an engineering technical association or accredited educational institution as outlined in Salt Lake City's engineering technical advancement guidelines or a department approved equivalent.

• Possession of a valid driver's license or driving privilege card.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction specifications, technical drawings, and schematics.

• Capable of inspecting projects for contract compliance to ensure projects meet all regulations and performance standards.

• Familiarity and experience working on both air-side and land-side airport civil projects.

• Capable of working independently and without supervision. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of similar programs.

• Knowledge and familiarity with construction safety practices.

Working Conditions:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation or uneven temperature. Projects may require unconventional hours and overtime.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Career Ladder:

• Next step in the career ladder, Engineering Technician V, is reached through the competitive bid process. See that position's Minimum Qualifications.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

DEPARTMENT

Airport

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40