Construction Inspector - PUBLIC WORKS Job at Sedgwick County, Wichita, KS

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  • Sedgwick County
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

Department: PUBLIC WORKS

Pay:  $20.51 per hour$42,660.80 annually

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday- 7:00am-3:30pm- 1144 S. Seneca

 

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits .

 

Performs construction inspections for various projects. Assures that standards and project requirements are upheld through inspections of construction sites. Conducts material testing; maintains paperwork to ensure projects can be accurately tracked and payments adhere to contract documents. Functions as the county’s onsite representative for construction activities.

 

Observe construction methods and assures projects adhere to set standards.

  • Interpret project specifications and plans.
  • Perform field and laboratory tests on samples from construction projects.
  • Operate instruments and other equipment in performing work.
  • Ensure all materials match pre-set specifications.
  • Work variable hours based upon work assigned and contractor schedules.
  • Adhere to county, state and federal safety regulations.

 

Perform calculations and maintain project files.

  • Prepare monthly pay estimates for projects under construction.
  • Compute planned quantities of materials for projects.
  • Log project data and testing results on project files on computer and project field book.
  • Record updates to plans to show changes/revisions.

 

Communicate pertinent project information with Public Works staff, contractor personnel and the general public as necessary.

  • Work with Public Works staff to resolve project requirement disputes and revise project plans as warranted.
  • Coordinate with the contractors.
  • Listen and respond to the public’s requests and concerns.

 

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. One year experience in construction or a related field. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance.

 

Preferred Qualifications: Three or more years of experience in highway or bridge construction inspection or a similar field. Certification from KDOT’s Certified Inspector Training Program in Basic Inspection (BI), Asphalt Paving Inspection (API), ACI Concrete Certification, and Construction Storm water Certification.

 

 

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Monday to Friday,

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