Construction Inspector

**INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY ON THE UNION COUNTY WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION**

Union County, Ohio, is renowned for its vibrant community spirit, outstanding quality of life, and strategic location within the Columbus metropolitan area. Committed to exceeding resident and business expectations, Union County offers comprehensive government services that foster community growth and innovation. We value our employees as our greatest asset and invite motivated professionals to join our team.

Job Summary

The Union County Engineer's Office is now hiring a full-time Construction Inspector to join our Engineer team. Under the administrative direction of the County Engineer, the Construction Inspector performs a variety of inspections across the county. Primary duties involve inspecting new construction and development sites, road improvement projects, and work associated with right-of-way or driveway permits and special hauling permits. Also assists with drainage projects and routine, annual inspections and inventory of county infrastructure to include bridges and culverts, and issuing and enforcing right of way permits, including restoration.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of Associates degree in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and four (4) years engineering or surveying experience, or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy; bridge inspector (O.D.O.T.) beneficial

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Computer, copier, calculator, plotter/scanner, surveying equipment, small truck or automobile

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: Is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places and working around heavy construction equipment, works in or around crowds, has exposure to potentially vicious animals, has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions, has exposure to traffic, and has exposure to hazardous driving conditions.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(1) Inspects construction of development sites, including subdivision roads, storm sewers and related grading, and related utilities. Witnesses subgrade compaction, soils testing, paving, etc. Ensures that work is in conformance with the approved plans and all specifications. Possesses ability to read/comprehend project plans and specifications. Coordinates projects with utilities, consultants, and contractors. Recommends approval of construction and prepares punch-lists for unsatisfactory work. Keeps daily inspection logs with detailed information that can be used for as-built drawings.

(2) Inspects construction of the contract County Road improvement projects, culvert replacements and bridge replacement/rehabilitation projects. Ensures that work is in conformance with the approved plans and applicable County and State specifications. Coordinates projects with utilities and contractors. Recommends approval of construction and quantities for payment. Prepares punch-lists for unsatisfactory work. Keeps daily inspection logs with detailed information that can be used for as-built drawings. Liaison between the public and the contractor to resolve issues during construction.

(3) May assist with annual inspections and inventory of county bridges and culverts. May evaluate the structural components of bridge members, determines adequacy of bridge abutments and completes the required inspection reports. May assist in preparing annual work program for county bridges based on inspection reports. May assist with issuing and enforcing right of way permits, including restoration.

(4) May size driveway pipe and inspect finished driveway installation to ensure compliance with county standards. May perform other duties as assigned involving the functions of the county engineer's office.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(5) Maintains personal and professional competence and awareness; acquires knowledge from professional journals; attends professional education and training sessions, seminars and workshops.

(6) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

(7) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

(8) Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS

(*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: *County, Department, and Division goals and objectives; *County, Department, and Division policies and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; Basic civil engineering; road and bridge construction, maintenance and repair; utility construction, maintenance and repair; drafting techniques; inspection techniques; engineering design principles; surveying techniques; supervision; higher mathematics; organizational policies and procedures; subdivision and zoning codes; records preparation and management.

Skill in: Computer operation; detailed calculations; drafting, motor vehicle operation.

Ability to: Maintain records according to established procedures; deal with non-verbal symbols in formulas, equations, or graphs,; prepare maps, charts, graphs or plans; gather, collate and classify information about data, people or things; use higher mathematics; perform light manual labor; travel to and gain access to work site; deal with many variables and determine specific action; understand, interpret and apply laws, rules or regulations to specific situations; use proper research methods to gather data; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; answer routine telephone inquiries; exercise discretion and independent judgment; make and formulate policy; prepare routine correspondence; resolve complaints.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:

None

Pay: $26.00 - $33.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person