Description

Under direction, is responsible for performing journey level work inspecting the construction of public works projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Inspection work is done on medium to large size projects such as major streets, drainage systems, sewers, bridge constructions, and related activities in subdivisions. Working conditions are inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, high noise areas, dust, and unfavorable fumes and vapors. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
Transguide - 3500 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78229

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 9:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects bridge constructions such as drill shafts, columns, embankments, wing walls, and guard rails.
• Utilizes surveying or construction equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, to inspect sewer mains for line and grade levels and conduct sewer air tests.
• Resolves complaints from the general public on construction related activities.
• Coordinates construction or repair activities between contractors and utility companies to avoid conflicts and to ensure a minimum disruption of services.
• Communicates and meets with the general public as well as with City and State officials regarding sequence of construction.
• Coordinates with other divisions, to clean sewers, set up traffic signs, and barricade road hazards when working around construction sites.
• Ensures that contractor conforms to safety rules and regulations, to include proper shoring trenches in accordance with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains accurate daily project logs and prepares estimates.
• Ensures that all materials and work by the contractor is in accordance with standard specifications.
• Learns Specifications for Construction over Edward's Recharge Zone.
• Assists in training the Construction Inspector I's on inspection methods, report writing procedures, and related tasks.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as re required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in public work project inspections.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with construction inspections related to municipality projects.
• Experience with asphalt & concrete construction/restoration methods and techniques.
• Experience with Fiber Deployment.
• Experience with Excel spreadsheet documentation and other MS Office apps.