Public Works Engineer Technician Iii- Construction Inspection

Senior level engineering paraprofessional, with a minimum of 6 years of experience, performing specialized work of substantial variety and complexity within the Construction Inspection Division of Public Works. $37.72 - $47.78 per hour plus benefits (see benefits tab on the job posting). This position may be hired at a Level I or II based on experience.OPEN UNTIL FILLEDThis position is non-exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings. This range encompasses the nine pay steps available should you receive the position and demonstrate satisfactory performance over time.The following job duties are established to outline the basic duties and responsibilities of the above captioned position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Inspection (40%):Apply decision making in the field regarding construction documents, agreements, design, testing, permitting, and maintenance to determine if changes are necessary.Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of construction variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Possibly manage multiple county construction projects simultaneously.Coordinate with other Public Works Divisions and County Departments.Must possess general understanding of all phases of Construction Inspection including, but not limited to soils, asphalt, concrete underground and above ground utilities, traffic control procedures, reclamation procedures and infrastructure management. Apply Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Weld County Special Provisions, and any other applicable reference manuals as a source of regulations to assignments and county service issues. Perform specialized work of substantial variety and complexity. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral formats.Work in County geotechnical laboratory performing a variety of laboratory geotechnical tests and experiments on construction materials i.e., soils, asphalt, concrete etc. Administrative Communication and Coordination (40%):Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, GIS software, and CDOT software applications. Read construction and utility plans and provide infrastructure management support.Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratio, and proportions to practical situations.Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Use and apply County code and policies.Apply engineering techniques for design, testing and maintenance, construction, utilities, and safety to Weld County processes related to Construction Inspection towards projects. Identify the need for training. Must perform work in a courteous and safe manner and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors, and the public.Must communicate efficiently and concisely utilizing verbal communication and written communication, including writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Effectively present information including field logs, inspection reports, and construction documents supervisors, management, staff, the public, contractors and/or elected officials.Assist Project Management during projects with scheduling, phasing, and material conformity conflicts.Other Duties as Assigned (20%):Assist with snow desk, emergency operation responsibilities, and work extraordinary hours in such cases, including night-time hours, weekends and/or holidays. Additional overtime duties may be required. Follow policies and procedures, the Weld County Code of Conduct and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines and appropriate release of information outlined in both.Not all duties mentioned may be applicable to every position, and the examples provided do not encompass all possible duties that may exist within this job classification.Percentages of time in the above job duty categories may fluctuate.Perform specialized work and design plan evaluation of substantial variety (i.e., roads, utilities, storm water detention, etc.) and complexity based on the size of the project.Assume complete responsibility of valuable equipment including County owned assets as assigned, such as truck, laptop, iPad, and phone and Construction Inspection equipment, ensuring that they are locked and secure. Assist Supervisor and subordinates with assignments and tasks requiring independent and individual contribution.Participate in County training opportunities and group programs, such as the Safety Policy Committee.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED, AND;Minimum of six years' experience in a civil construction, surveying and/or engineering work environment. Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Engineering/Construction Management field.Minimum four years' work-related experience. ORBachelor's degree, AND;Minimum two years' work-related experience. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by employment start date. Valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment.Candidate must pass a background check prior to employment start date. Candidate must pass a substance use screening prior to employment start date.Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.Ability to read design, utility, and construction plans and provide infrastructure management support. Ability to interpret and implement a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.General understanding of all phases of Construction Inspection including, but not limited to soils, asphalt, concrete, underground and above ground utilities, traffic control procedures, and reclamation procedures.Geotechnical testing and materials knowledge.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Demonstrated knowledge of coordinate geometry and mathematical understanding of horizontal and vertical curves.CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES REQUIRED:Must have current documentation of experience or achieve certification/recertification within two years of employment with the following: Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction (WAQTC) Excavation and Embankment Inspection.American Concrete Institution (ACI) Field Technician Grade 1.Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association (CAPA) Asphalt Paving Laydown Level A. CAPA Asphalt Paving Inspector Level I and CDOT Inspector (Basic Highway Math, Basic Construction Surveying, Basic Highway Plan Reading). Other certifications not listed may be required during employment for division needs.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally move and/or pull 50 plus pounds up to 61 pounds. The employee will frequently stand, walk, and sit. The employee will occasionally climb, squat, crawl, stoop, kneel, carry, and reach overhead. Employee will regularly perform the following: reach angularly, wrist flexion/extension, elbow flexion/extension, supination/pronation, and grasp. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work environment includes in office (plan reviews/research/documentation) field (inspections/material testing/sample collection) and lab (physical testing of materials). Field work and may include high-density vehicle traffic and congested construction zones and adverse weather conditions such as rain, extreme heat, and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.Employment Type: Regular, Full-time