Transportation Field Inspector - Conyers, United States - Rockdale County Government

Description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Transportation this position is responsible for providing construction engineering and inspection oversight, supervision, and technical expertise for the implementation of County transportation improvement projects, verifying construction, and completing work per the construction contract documents. Projects may include erosion control, demolitions, clearing and grading, subgrade and base work, asphalt and concrete paving, storm sewer systems, underground utility work, concrete work including curb and gutters and sidewalks, and bridge repairs. This position should be able to perform at a senior level field inspector.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Coordinates all aspects of a construction project; verifies materials ordered and used; maintains Project Log Book to record daily activities for each project, including environmental conditions, work completed, contractor representatives at a job site, conversations with contractors, and instructions given and received.

Inspects grading, subgrade and base work, pipe laying, asphalt or concrete paving, drainage, curb and gutter work, bridge repairs and maintenance, and sediment control procedures on County road construction projects to ensure conformity with approved plans and inspections, and ADA compliance.

Mediates issues, problems, and disputes between contractors and citizens; consoles citizens, assuring them of their rights; and acts as a liaison between contractors, County departments, utilities, residents, and business operators.

Attends pre-construction and plan review meetings; examines plan drawings and contracts to ensure adherence during construction.

Reviews erosion control plans; identifies solutions to drainage and sediment control problems; ensures proper installation and execution of each element of a plan.

Follows safety procedures, reports unsafe activities and conditions, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure the safety of employees and other individuals.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes, and regulations; conducts research and maintains an awareness of new issues, methods, equipment, trends, and advances in the profession; reads updates and other professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in continuing education activities; attends conferences, workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Attends meetings, serves on committees, and makes presentations as needed; participates in review committees, policy committees, safety committees, or other committees; represents the department at community events.

Monitors inventory levels of supplies; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; and initiates requests for new or replacement items.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; respond to requests for service or assistance.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, timecards, supply lists, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, equipment operating manuals, procedures, handbooks, reference materials, manuals, or other documentation; reviews complete, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.

Operates measuring equipment, personal computer, and other general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other system software.

Additional Duties:

Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of department and County policies and procedures, County codes and ordinances, County Zoning Ordinances, and State building construction codes and regulations.

Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.

Knowledge and principles of construction design standards; applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Knowledge of construction methods used in residential and commercial projects, and use of applicable inspection tools and equipment.

Knowledge of Safety requirements and OSHA standards.

Ability to enforce applicable laws, rules, and regulations; while maintaining accurate records and files, as well as interpreting and enforcing inspection codes and regulations.

Ability to review site and development specifications, inspecting transportation construction sites.

Ability to communicate, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Ability to use sound judgment and interpretation in an application; Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies, standard operations, procedure manuals, etc.

Working Conditions

Work is regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, and traffic hazards. Work may involve some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation. Tasks also require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma, GED, or equivalent training program in a construction-related technical field.
2. Five (5) years of experience in roadway construction inspections; roadway construction, bridge repair, and maintenance. With a Minimum (1) year of experience with Asphalt, Concrete, and Soil construction materials testing.
3. OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
4. Valid State of Georgia Driver's License.
5. Must Possess a level 1B Certification for Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control or have the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
6. Must Possess a Work Zone Safety Certification or have the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. NICET Highway Construction Inspection certification