Construction Inspector
The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Construction Inspector in the Public Works Department of the Community Development and Services Agency.
Under general supervision, the Construction Inspector ensures Public Works construction projects are in compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications through the inspection of construction operations including capital improvement projects, land development projects, and the overall Public Works Department’s field maintenance and operations of roadways, streets, bridges and drainage facilities, and parks; prepares and maintains job records, tracks contractor’s work, and monitors construction; and performs related work as assigned.
Construction Inspector is the entry level in the construction inspector series. This position reports directly to the Construction Manager.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum: Equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of broad and varied experience performing construction inspection activities or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred: In addition to the minimum, additional years of professional public agency experience in a public works department which has included contract administration.
Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.
Licenses and Certifications: Possess a California Class “C” driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment and maintain throughout employment.
Work Environment: Work is performed both in the office and in the field at various job sites throughout Yuba County. Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. The work may require extended hours, weekends, holidays, evenings or irregular hours.