Construction Inspector I (Civil) - EXAM

Construction Inspector I (Civil) - EXAM

Salary

$29.86 - $39.12 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-1019-C5

Department

Exam for Various Departments

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Definition

Under general supervision, inspects a variety of new construction and/or maintenance projects for conformance to plans, drawings, sketches, and specifications; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

• Inspects and oversees construction of bridges, highways, streets, alleys, structures, sidewalks, handicap ramps, and other types of construction to insure that procedures and materials comply with plans, specifications, and standard drawings;
• Inspects and oversees installation of utility lines such as water lines, sewer lines, gas lines, and electrical lines and lighting to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and standard drawings;
• Investigates complaints of broken sidewalks, pot holes in street, and need for repairs to structures; determines property owners name by checking Court House records; prepares repair notice for mailing to property owner;
• Inspects sub-grade and base for street work after final grading, concrete and blacktop paving, curb and cutter forms, drain tile installation, and curing methods of concrete;
• Tests concrete for percentage of entrained air; makes slump cone tests for workability and conducts split tensile strength tests; checks backfill for settlement and paving aggregates for specification standards;
• Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of structural installations, sanitary wyes, and layouts; measures improved property to make certain that proper charges are assessed;
• Verifies levels, alignment, and elevation of installations;
• Inspects final cleanup work;
• Inspects sanitary and storm sewer construction and repair work; interprets plans and specifications to contractor;
• Inspects concrete structures such as bridges, sewage pump stations, manholes, regulator chambers, catch basins, headwalls, siphon chambers, pipes, and reinforced steel;
• Inspects driving of wood piles and tunnels for correct type of liners;
• Prepares descriptions of water lines after installation; draws up survey plans and water line layouts;
• Prepares samples of unapproved materials for laboratory testing;
• Tracks quantities of materials received or used during specified periods;
• Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities and prepares progress reports; prepares reports of work done;
• May recommend changes in location and placement of water lines due to existing conditions; performs hydrostatic test of proposed water lines.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of the twelfth school grade and one (1) year of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials in the construction or repair of hard infrastructure (e.g., streets, roadways, bridges, or large parking areas; laying sewer pipe or water lines; street light installation; or water tank construction). Substitution(s): Significant coursework (thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours) in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement. A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth grade completion requirements.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Test/Job Contact Information

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT: The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be MERGED, according to score, with the names of applicants on the current eligible list. If you are interested in having your name included on the eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a computerized exam weighted 100% covering Reading Comprehension, Logic and Reasoning, Information Ordering, Construction Knowledge, Reading Specs, Blueprints, Plans, and Diagrams, Safety and First-aid, Outlook 2016, and Excel 2016/2019.

The exam is expected to be administered in early November. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidates name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

01

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you completed the twelfth school grade, possess a high school diploma, or possess a GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Select the statement below that best describes your college education in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field:

• I have at least thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter college credit hours in Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• I have less than thirty (30) semester hours in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

04

Did you attach official documentation of your education to this application? "Official documentation" is defined as a copy of an official transcript or copy of a diploma that shows your major. You MUST attach official documentation to the application to receive credit for education.

• Yes
• No, I meet the minimum qualifications through my experience

05

Select the statement below that best describes your experience in construction or repair of hard infrastructure.

• I have one (1) or more years of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials of hard infrastructure.
• I have less than one (1) year of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials of hard infrastructure.

06

Please list the Hard Infrastructure you have experience with, and the employer through which you gained that experience.

07

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

• o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.
• o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer City of Columbus

Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone (614) 645-8301

Website https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs