Construction Inspector - Sacramento, United States - Sacramento County CA

Description

The Position

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This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
1/12/24, 2/2/24, 2/23/24, 3/25/24, 4/25/24 (final)
Under supervision, inspects the construction of public works projects, including roads, bridges, drainage structures, site improvements, waste water control systems and treatment plants, water supply and distribution systems, street lighting and traffic signal facilities required for parks, public building, residential and commercial development to ensure compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, standards, plans, and specifications.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

Materials, methods, tools, equipment, and instruments used in road, bridge, and drainage construction and the construction and installation of sanitary and water distribution systems

Grade measurement techniques

Paving methods and use of pipes and conduits required for public works projects

Ability to

Detect flaws in construction materials

Read and interpret plans and specifications; keep records and make simple drawings and reports

Deal tactfully and effectively with contractors, workers, and the general public

Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience in general highway, street, or wastewater control and drainage construction as a contractors' foreman or superintendent, or as an inspector in these areas.

Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Special Requirements

License Requirement:
A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class.

Certification Requirements:
Some positions in this class require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County.

Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above.

In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement.

Note: Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher and failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.

Probationary Period
The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.