Construction Inspector I - 165539

Salary : $56,457.97 - $64,926.66 Annually
Location : Brighton, CO
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 06388
Department: Public Works
Division: Infrastructure Management
Opening Date: 02/23/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Our Mission: At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Position classification: Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
What Success Looks Like In This Job
We are seeking a candidate to perform construction inspection support duties involving the inspection of work quality, materials, and workmanship used in a variety of Public Works construction projects and subdivisions - all with County-issued permits. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications and departmental regulations. This is an entry level position requiring the most supervision.
Examples of Duties for Success

• Review plans and specifications of assigned projects; demonstrate knowledge of ability to read and understand construction plans; attend pre-construction conferences as assigned.
• Learn inspection methodology and procedures; inspect work quality, materials, and workmanship used in a variety of public works improvement and development projects including roadways, bridges, utilities, subdivision, and drainage projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, ordinances, contract documents, and safety requirements.
• Inspect various structures such as utilities, streets, sidewalks, gutters, structural concrete, fabricated steel, masonry, sewers, storm sewers, and other off-site construction; check line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations including reservoirs, pump stations, transmissions, and distribution of mains. Perform detailed inspections of pipeline installations, trenching, backfilling, testing, and paving. Inspect routes used in the movement of drilling equipment to prevent and discover damage to roads and bridges.
• Take samples of materials for examination and analysis by laboratories; perform field and laboratory material testing on soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete to assure material workmanship and quality; coordinate results of tests and verify approval of structure.
• Observe work during progress and upon completion; demonstrate knowledge of job safety procedures and ensure that safety procedures are followed and work completed in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Prepare activity records and reports; record amounts of material used and work performed; prepare necessary reports for progress payments.
• Demonstrate understanding of the payment and change order procedures for any project through on-the-job experience.
• Coordinate project and inspection activities with contractors, the general public, and other County departments regarding construction specifications and regulations; provide customer service and respond to citizen complaints.
• Demonstrate ability to deal firmly, professionally, and tactfully with contractors, developers and engineers through on-the-job experience.
• Learn applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing construction in the County through on-the-job training.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

• Must have a general overall knowledge of construction plans, interpretation thereof, and the related specifications, and be able to prepare accurate reports. Learn applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned projects.
• Basic mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as applied to construction inspection work.
• Principles and practices of safe driving.
• Perform inspections. Prepare technical reports.
• Computer skills: Use of County approved computer software, including MS Office, GIS, and operate digital cameras, scanners, printers, plotters, etc.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

• Education and Training: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: As an entry-level position, one year of engineering, construction, construction inspection or related experience, such as construction work.
• License or Certificate:
  • Possession of, or an ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License, Class "R".
  • Possession of or ability to obtain certification as an American Concrete Institute (ACI) Construction Inspector or Colorado Ready Mix Concrete Association (CRMCA) Pavement Inspector and must be able to obtain a Troxler Electronic Laboratories certification for use of nuclear gauge within 12 months of hire.

Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
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Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• Yes, I understand but disagree.

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Please select your highest level of education:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree
• Not Applicable

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Do you possess one year of engineering, construction, construction inspection or related experience, such as construction work?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid CO Class "R" driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently certified as an American Concrete Institute (ACI) Construction Inspector or Colorado Ready Mix Concrete Association (CRMCA) Pavement Inspector, and Troxler Electronic Laboratories certified for use of nuclear gauge? If yes please list which certifications you possess. If none please list N/A.
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If you have any construction-related certifications besides the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Construction Inspector certification; Colorado Ready Mix Concrete Association (CRMCA) Pavement Inspector certification or Troxler Electronic Laboratories certification for use of nuclear gauge, please provide us with the name of the certification, where you obtained the certification and when you obtained it in the box below. Please do not list "See Resume". If you already have the above-listed certifications or do not currently have construction-related certifications, please type NA in the box below.
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Do you possess knowledge of Colorado Department of Transportation/FHWA project procedures? Please describe your experience, if none please enter N/A.
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Have you performed field and laboratory material testing on soils, aggregates, asphalt and concrete to assure material workmanship and quality? Please describe your experience, if none enter N/A.
Required Question