Construction Inspector

City of Racine • Part-time • Racine, WI, US • 1w ago

City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!

Introduction

The Engineering Department is under the direction of the City Engineer. The office is responsible for engineering and management of the City's network of streets, sidewalks, traffic signals, streetlights and other public infrastructure.

Position Purpose

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of work related to inspections under the City Engineer's direction for the City of Racine.

Essential Duties

Responsible for inspecting road and sewer construction contract work in progress to ensure compliance with the contract plans and specifications.
Taking measurements, making sketches, recording field data, and assisting the construction survey crew.
Maintaining daily construction records and/or preparing monthly reports.
Prepare concrete cylinders for testing.
Communicate clearly with Engineering Staff.

Conditions Of Employment

Ability to work under safe conditions indoors and outdoors where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little, to no risk, of injury.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and a good driving record
Reliable transportation to, from and during work hours

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Must be able to understand and interpret engineering roadway design plans and specifications.
Must be able to interpret the State of Wisconsin Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction, and Sewer and Water Construction, current editions.
Must be able to interpret the Part 6 of the MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) relating to Temporary Traffic Control.
Must be able to travel to multiple construction sites while transporting self and required equipment.

Physical Demands Of The Position

Ability to effectively communicate by both oral and written means. Standing, walking, sitting, and stooping. Kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, and bending/twisting. Reaching, feeling, talking, and hearing. Lifting, carrying, pushing /pulling, up to 50 pounds. Handling, grasping, and fingering: typing, writing, etc.

Equipment Used

Engineer’s scale, measuring tape, calculator, equipment for testing concrete slump & air, equipment for preparing concrete test cylinders

This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.