Certified Engineering Inspector

Certified Engineering Inspector

Salary

$23.92 - $33.49 Hourly

Location

Dade City & Land O Lakes & New Port Richey, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

14290-0926

Department

Engineering Services

Division

Project Management

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Range

$23.92 - $33.49

Pay Grade

Pay Grade: N37 (Non-exempt position)

Salary Disclosure

Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A CERTIFIED ENGINEERING INSPECTOR I

This role performs inspection work related to Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents to ensure project performance. Primary functions include daily inspection and recording of construction activity related to materials, earthworks, utility coordination, drainage, and road construction.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs field reviews and observes contractor performance for compliance with contractual obligations, plans, and specifications.
• Acts as the Verification Technician for assigned construction projects by working with the Contractors quality control team.
• Prepares field logs, compiles testing reports, and tracks changes forming a project file for submission to the assigned project manager, Engineer of Record and supervisor for review.
• Performs constructability reviews, field measurements, and value engineering during each design phase, investigates and prepares reports on citizen complaints that pertain to compliance with County Ordinances and regulations.
• Prepares quantity take-offs, schedules, cost estimates, and performs other task as assigned by supervisors.
• Attends construction meetings with the project team to adjust project schedules, resolve field issues, or address other inquiries.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects.
• Performs related duties as assigned and required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of testing and inspection procedures used in civil engineering for roadway, stormwater, utility or other transportation projects.
• Knowledge of public works and/or utilities construction procedures and materials, the ability to interact with local contractors and engineers, and the skill to formulate concise inspection reports.
• Knowledge of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards, specifications, design manuals, cost estimates, Approved Products List (APL), Local Agency Permitting (LAP), construction procedures and documentation.
• Knowledge and experience with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards and methods.
• Ability to prepare inspection reports.
• Clear understanding of regulations associated with the Florida Accessibility Code, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Stormwater Pollution Prevention, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and performing field reviews. Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Four (4) years experience in a responsible position with a contractor, engineer, or governmental entity performing public works projects. College level work in civil engineering or drafting technology or industry training in roadway construction and drainage preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida drivers license. Must be able to obtain the following certifications within twelve (12) months: CTQP Earthwork Construction Level 1, CTQP Asphalt Paving Level 1, and ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1. Certification in MOT - Advanced Level is preferred.

Applicants should be aware that Pasco County has an active Inspection Certification Program. Under this program, inspectors are encouraged to obtain and maintain various certifications, as indicated in this job announcement. The objectives of the program include the following: assist inspectors in fulfilling their responsibilities; improve inspector job skills; provide an understanding of current developments; and, provide a mechanism for advancement within the County. The County will pay reasonable, associated expenses involved with the Inspection Certification Program.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATIONS TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.

01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02

Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

04

Which best describes the years of experience you have in a responsible position with a contractor, engineer, or governmental entity performing public works projects?

• Less than one year of experience
• One year but less than two
• Two years but less than three
• Three years but less than four
• Four years but less than five
• Five years but less than six
• Six years but less than seven
• Seven years but less than eight
• Eight years but less than nine
• Nine years but less than ten
• Ten or more years of experience

05

Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess possess a current certification in the following: CTQP Earthwork Construction Level 1, CTQP Asphalt Paving Level 1, and ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1, or have the ability to obtain certifications within twelve (12) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

08

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

09

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

10

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

11

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)

12

How did you hear about this position?

• Billboard
• Facebook
• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

13

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.

Required Question

Employer Pasco County

Address 7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone (727) 847-8030

(727) 847-8103

Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net