Construction Inspector - City of Shoreline, WA : Job Details

Salary: $39.68 - $50.29 HourlyLocation : Shoreline, WAJob Type: Full-Time RegularJob Number: 2024-00060Department: Public WorksDivision: Construction ServicesOpening Date: 10/14/2024Closing Date: 11/4/2024 11:59 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: N/AGENERAL SUMMARYShoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity. Position open till filled.First review of applications, November 4.Note: Proposed salary increase of 3.83% at beginning of 2025, subject to City Council's approval. Public Works Department is an exciting environment committed to serving the residents through a variety of programs. The Department is accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) demonstrating use of best practices for the industry and a dedication to continually improving/enhancing operations.The Engineering Division of Public Works provides in-house construction inspection for City capital projects as well as permitted utility, sanitary sewer repairs, developer extensions, and development projects within City right-of-way. City Construction Inspectors provide, but are not limited to, the following services:

• Constructability review of capital project plans and specifications.
• Construction compliance with approved plans, specifications, permit conditions, City codes and regulations.
• Response to questions and inquiries from contractors, developers, and the general public regarding construction activities.

The City's mission is to fulfill the community's vision through highly valued public service. Our employees work relentlessly to achieve organizational goals while embracing the City's values.City Mission, Values, and GoalsDEFINITIONTo provide construction inspection on a variety of projects including capital projects, sanitary sewer repair, developer extension, franchise and other utilities, and development projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, ordinances, codes and regulations; to review and approve permits for development and utility projects within the City right-of-way; and to respond to questions and inquiries from contractors, developers and the general public regarding construction activities.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives supervision from Construction Services Manager EXAMPLES OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential Functions:

Perform construction inspections and plan review on City capital projects, sanitary sewer repair, developer extensions, private development projects and utility construction projects in the City of right-of-way or other City property; ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, regulations and permit conditions.

Inspect construction practices and materials utilized to ensure conformance with approved plans and specifications.

Checking grades and lines, quality of materials and conformity with requirements of underground utilities.

Review and approve permit applications, technical plans, reports and as-built drawings for development projects in the City right-of-way.

Record inspections and update permit status through the City permit tracking software.

Read, understand, interpret and analyze engineering plans, specifications, engineering drawings, reports and other documents. Perform construction inspection to ensure construction meets plans and specifications.

Communicate effectively with property owners, contractors, utility representatives and City staff to coordinate project progress, issues, and resolve concerns and/or conflicts.

Inspect and inventory City assets to update and maintain the asset management system.

Prepare, submit and maintain a variety of written and electronic reports, documentation and project files including daily inspection reports, field note records, material quantity calculations, City asset inventory and photographs.

Keep and maintain a conformed set of drawings including revisions, RFIs, change orders; review as-builts prepared by contractors to ensure they are accurate and complete.

Coordinate and/or perform field sampling, data collection and materials testing and interpret the results.

Marginal Function: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques of construction inspection and testing for private and public projects.
• GIS principles and techniques.
• Principles, practices, materials and terminology related to a variety of construction activities including roadways, parks, storm water, American Disability Act (ADA), water, sanitary sewer, telecommunication, and other utility installation.
• Methods, materials, practices, and techniques involved in the construction of underground utilities, and the ability to perform standard engineering field tests and inspections of sewers and sewer structures.
• Principles and practices of permit processing and plan review.
• Principles and procedures of construction record keeping.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.
• Inspection of federally-funded projects.
• Administration of public works construction contracts including WSDOT Standard Specifications.
• Principles and practices of construction safety.
• Methods and standards for material testing in areas such as soils, concrete, asphalt and utilities.
• Methods and standards of traffic control.

Ability to:

• Participate and work effectively in an organization committed to advancing principles and practices of equity and anti-racism.
• Inspect development projects in the City's right-of-way and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and ordinances.
• Examine and interpret plans and specifications, equipment specifications and maintenance diagrams.
• Review and approve permit applications for construction activity in the right-of-way access associated development projects.
• Inspect construction practices and materials.
• Identify and solve problems in the field.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Interpret, apply, and enforce applicable right-of-way codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Operate appropriate equipment including a computer, vehicle, smart level, and miscellaneous hand tools.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Exercise tact, diplomacy, judgment and discretion while remaining courteous and helpful under pressure.
• Prepare and review construction documentation and records.
• Perform math calculations associated with the computation or estimation of project progress, dimensions, quantities, and costs.
• Read, understand, interpret, and analyze engineering plans, specifications, reports and other documents.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with property owners, contractors, utility representatives and City staff to coordinate project progress and resolve concerns or conflicts.
• Read and interpret survey notes and perform basic survey related computations.
• Read and interpret material testing reports and data.
• Utilize computers and technology including spreadsheets, word processing, web-based tools, and pdf editing.

Experience and Training GuidelinesAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Experience:Four years of increasingly responsible experience in construction inspection on public, private and/or underground utility projects, as well as experience in inspection of federally-funded projects.. TrainingEquivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in civil engineering or a related field.License or Certificate: Possession of CPR/first aid certificate. Possession of an appropriate, valid, traffic control card. Possession of Certified Erosion Sediment Control Lead (CESCL). Possession of valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Note:Employment is contingent upon successfully passing state/federal pre-employment background checks. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Conditions Of Employment:

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• This position requires completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment.
• This position requires a valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record that must be provided prior to start of employment.

Application Process: To demonstrate skills and interest, please complete the application and provide answers to the Supplemental Questions which will help us determine your qualifications for the job. (This application does not allow for attachments.)Environmental Conditions: Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, moving equipment, and traffic; inclement weather conditions; work or inspect underground; work on slippery or uneven surfaces.Employees Working Remotely: The City has implemented a remote work policy that will allow staff to work up to three remote days a week. Full-time remote work is not an option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of WashingtonApplicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application or interview process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. To request an accommodation, please call (206) ###-####.All benefit allocations are pro-rated for part-time regular staff.Each full-time regular employee receives Tier I allotment per month to buy benefits for themselves and family members, including domestic partners. If the employee does not use the entire allotment, the remaining amount goes into a deferred compensation (457) plan. If the cost is greater than Tier I allotment, the employee moves to Tier II allotment and is able to receive an additional contribution from the City of up to a current year total amount. For details, please check Mandatory coverage includes Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, PERS (State retirement) and 401a social security replacement. Coverage includes Regence, Kaiser, Delta Dental, Willamette Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and/or childcare costs, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Life Insurance.We also provide free ORCA passes. Eleven holidays are observed along with two personal days are provided each year. Additional three management days are included for exempt employees. Vacation starts at 11 days per year. Sick leave is accrued at 8 hours per month.01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. This includes failing to provide detailed work history and responses of see application or see attached resume . Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and understand that your responses will be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02 How many years of recent work experience do you have with construction inspection on public or private projects involving sewer repairs? The number of years of experience you select should be reflected in the work history of your application.

• I don't have this experience
• Less than 2 years
• More than 2 and less than 4 years
• More than 4 years

03 Pease check all applicable work experience you have.

• Reviewing plans
• Reviewing construction permit applications
• Applying codes and regulations
• None of the above

04 Describe your experience in inspecting underground utility capital improvement projects.

• No experience
• Beginner
• Competent
• Proficient
• Expert

05 In up to 100 words, describe your experience reviewing plans for constructability 06 Describe your work experience with inspecting federally-funded projects and with documentation of this type of projects. Include years of experience. 07 Do you have experience working with Washington State Department of Transportation's standard specifications?

• Yes
• No

08 Select applicable experience with conducting or overseeing material testing.

• Concrete testing
• Soil compaction testing
• Pavement testing
• None of the above

09 Select all applicable certifications and licenses you possess.

• Certified Erosion Sediment Control Lead (CESCL)
• First Aid/CPR
• Traffic Control Flagger Card
• None of the above

10 Do you have a valid state-issued driver's license?

• Yes
• No

11 A successful candidate will be required to provide a driving abstract with an insurable record. The City will perform a review of applicants' driving records as part of the recruitment process. Applicants may be determined ineligible based on their driving record. Failure to provide a requested record is an automatic disqualifier from the hiring process. Will you be able to provide a copy of your driving record?

• Yes
• No

12 Are you aware that the employment offer is contingent upon successful completion of State and Federal background checks?

• Yes
• No

13 Acknowledgement of requirements:The City of Shoreline application must be completed (including education & employment history). I acknowledge that if my application is incomplete, the City of Shoreline may not consider me for this position.

• Yes

Required Question