CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR I/II Job Opportunity at Marin Water

Corte Madera CA

Description

Construction Inspector I or II OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS Salary: Construction Inspector I $7,337 - $8,904/month Construction Inspector II $8,357-$10,234/month Posted: 10/1/2021 Filing deadline: Friday, 10/29/2021 by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; 5:00 p.m. for online submissions POSITION OVERVIEW Marin Water is currently seeking one (1) Construction Inspector I or Construction Inspector II for the Construction Management Group of the Engineering Division. This Construction Inspector will oversee the District’s pavement repair contract and contractors. They will coordinate directly with the Facilities Area Supervisors on District pipeline repair projects that involve asphalt pavement repair work and coordinate with municipalities on pavement restoration requirements as well as final inspection. This will also involve scheduling and inspecting paving repair work to ensure paving repairs are conducted in accordance to the paving requirements for the respective municipalities and measure paving quantities for monthly payment and cost tracking. The ideal candidate should have knowledge and/or experience with asphalt paving construction methods and processes. Having special certifications on asphalt paving testing or inspection are strongly desired by not required for this position. The candidate in this position will also work closely with the Engineering Manager of the Construction Management Group in preparing the professional services agreement every two years for Board award. This position will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individual as determined by the District. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Construction Inspector I: This is the first level in the Construction Inspector series. Incumbents are assigned a wide variety of routine duties, under supervision, involving inspection of materials and construction methods and procedures. On a training or emergency basis, incumbents may perform duties normally assigned to a Construction Inspector II. Construction Inspector II: This is the full journey level classification. Incumbents work under direction performing inspection and related duties. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES TYPICAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING (SEE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR MORE DETAILS) For Construction Inspector I: • Inspects construction methods and materials to ensure compliance with plans and specifications; • prepares progress estimates; prepares and maintains complete records and field sketches of projects; • maintains liaison with public agencies and contractors; • makes field measurements, calculations and sketches; • inspects unplanned potable water discharges resulting from water main breaks and other related infrastructure failures; and • inspects the surrounding area and completes the appropriate checklist form to record observations. For Construction Inspector II: In addition to the Construction Inspector I duties and those listed in the Position Overview: • May train and/or supervise personnel; and • prepare records and reports QUALIFICATIONS For Construction Inspector I: Knowledge of: • Construction methods, materials and equipment used in properly installing facilities; • proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and writing practices. Ability to: • Detect flaws in construction methods and materials; • make accurate mathematical computations; • deal effectively with those contacted in the course of work; • maintain accurate and complete records; • travel to alternative work locations and off-site meetings; and • drive a vehicle. Training and Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; and, • two years of experience in sub-professional engineering, or water system operation and maintenance. For Construction Inspector II: In addition to the Construction Inspector I qualifications and those listed in the Position Overview: Knowledge of: • Design of plans and specifications used in construction work Ability to: • Oversee the work of others and provide training as appropriate. Training and Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; and • Two years of experience in the performance of construction inspection duties. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS For Construction Inspector I: • Possession of a valid D1 Distribution Operator certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is required within eight (8) months of the date of hire and • possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and satisfactory driving record. For Construction Inspector II: • Possession of a valid D1 Distribution Operator certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). • Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and satisfactory driving record. OTHER REQUIREMENTS (BOTH POSITIONS) • Per California Government Code, Title 1, Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 “all public employees are hereby declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.” • Willingness to work long and unusual hours as required. • Work on an "on call" basis for emergency situations. • Willingness to work on holidays. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline shown on this announcement: 1. Properly completed District application. Clearly state the title of the position for which you are applying. 2. Supplemental application. The attached page of supplemental questions will be a primary tool in evaluating qualifications for this position. The responses will be evaluated along with the completed application form. Applications received without completed Supplemental Responses will not be considered. 3. Resume. Strongly recommended (see below). A resume may be included but does not substitute for a completed application. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to show that he/she meets the minimum qualifications in this job announcement. The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process. An eligibility list may result from this examination process. Applicants who are selected for district employment are subject to a background check conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test. Depending upon job duty assignments, the applicant may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles driving history. Current employees are exempt from this requirement. Do NOT submit the DMV driving history until requested to do so. You may apply ONLINE through CALOPPS at: Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date. A manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925. The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date. If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting.