Public Works Inspector

City of Carrollton, TX - Carrollton, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Carrollton, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Public Works Inspector is responsible for providing technical expertise in conducting complex inspections and leading work in support of the Public Works Department and the City's Capital Improvements Program. Duties include performing inspections on various construction projects as needed, overseeing all residential project management, exercising technical and functional supervision over contractors, and developing and implementing policies and procedures. Work is performed with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes and assigns workload to the contractors to facilitate the efficient use of time and resources.
• Communicates special instructions to contractors regarding project contracts or conditions.
• Supervises contractor activities of CIP and residential projects by all Contractors and records progression of the projects and coordinates acceptance with other city departments.
• Coordinates safety meetings if applicable.
• Develop, communicate and monitor policies, procedures and standards for the department; recommending improvement when necessary.
• Receives and responds to concerns and/or complaints from contractors, engineers, and other interested parties.
• Provide technical construction guidance to other inspectors and the general public as necessary.
• Responds to emergency and on call situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years lead or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• 4 years of Construction Management or another related field.

Benefits

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver license.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass criminal history check.
• Must pass motor vehicle records check.
• A Class D Water License and Wastewater Collections I License must be obtained within 12 months of employment.