The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.\n \nHIRING RANGES: \n \nConstruction Inspector II: $39.13 - $43.48/hour\n \nConstruction Inspector III: $43.02 - $47.80/hour\n \nWe are hiring for a Construction Inspector II or III dependent upon qualifications of applicants. \n \nThis job posting will remain open until filled and is subject to close at anytime.\n \nConstruction Inspector II Job Description\n \nOversees daily work progress on City Public Works construction projects and private development projects. Includes various construction inspection duties, observing materials testing, surveying, and fiscal monitoring to ensure plans, specifications and City ordinances are followed.\n \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n \nOversees routine construction projects.\n \nInspects materials and quality of work in progress, enforcing applicable city ordinances and specifications by issuance of memos, verbal warnings, and stop work orders, as necessary.\n \nMonitors daily status of field projects which includes the following: directing the City's and developers' contractors, coordinating projects with the affected utilities, City departments or other Governmental agencies.\n \nCollecting field information, answering citizen inquiries, and responding to service requests.\n \nPerforms inspections on soils, asphalt, concrete, storm sewer, water lines, sanitary sewers, structures, etc.\n \nReviews, inspects, and enforces erosion control measures on construction sites.\n \nReviews construction plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects. \n \nReviews construction plans for public improvements in subdivision and rights-of-way. \n \nInspects private property, streets, and rights-of-way to determine repair or construction needs. Inspects public way work for conformance to city specifications.\n \nEvaluates construction sites and rights of way to assess infrastructure needed.\n \nAssists and trains other inspection staff in methods of construction inspection including testing, specifications, policies and procedures.\n \nInspects public sidewalks to ensure compliance with snow removal ordinance. Issues warnings and summons for non-compliance.\n \nMaintains records of labor, equipment and materials used on City projects utilizing required project forms, job diaries and the computer. \n \nPerforms detention pond inspections\n \nPrepares reports and cost estimates.\n \nEvaluates material test results and takes appropriate follow-up actions.\n \nDirects the work efforts of one or more temporary, part-time, or seasonal employees assigned to perform inspection duties on projects for which the Construction Inspector has primary responsibility.\n \nMust be able to interact with others in a positive manner.\n \nRequires regular and prompt attendance. \n \nMust maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting. If injured on-the-job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken.\n \nIMPORTANT FUNCTIONS\n \nSurvey roads and construction sites utilizing surveying equipment.\n \nPerforms water quality testing. \n \nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n \nORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS\n \nSupervision Received\n \nReceives general supervision from the Public Works Construction Coordinator.\n \nSupervision Given\n \nDirects work efforts of variable, part-time or seasonal workers. May train and oversee work of Construction Inspector I.\n \nESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS \n \nEducation\n \nHigh School diploma or equivalent.\n \nExperience:\n \nMinimum of three years experience performing construction inspection duties and interpreting, reviewing, and producing construction plans and specifications. \n \nOne year project management and survey experience required.\n \nPreferred Qualifications\n \nExperience in supervision of subordinate construction inspection personnel strongly preferred.\n \nMinimum of three years combined experience in construction inspections, surveying, soils and materials testing or related education is preferred.\n \nLicensure/Certification/Registration\n \nValid driver's license and good driving record required.\n \nAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor.\n \nA.C.I. certification as a Concrete Field-Testing Technician -- Grade I.\n \nCareer ladder promotion requires\n \nProven progression as a Construction Inspector I, with a minimum overall rating of successful at the last review period, based on the City of Lakewood Performance Review and Development System.\n \nAbility to train other employees.\n \nAbility to work safely and set up safe work zones.\n \nAbility to give direction and guidance to other employees.\n \nAbility to communicate effectively with other employees and supervisors.\n \nAbility to work and be productive without constant supervision.\n \nAbility to serve as positive role model to other employees.\n \nAbility to maintain a businesslike attitude, placing priority on providing services to Lakewood citizens.\n \nAbility and willingness to perform any and all tasks required to complete work projects.\n \nOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\n \nPrefer knowledge of surveying and materials testing or related education. \n \nAbility to take projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision.\n \nAbility to handle complex problems with minimal supervision.\n \nAbility to interact effectively with coworkers, contractors, developers and citizens.\n \nAbility to use proper safety procedures at work sites.\n \nAbility to communicate effectively and establish constructive working relationships with City personnel, contractors, members of the public and a diversity of special interest groups.\n \nAbility to learn and operate all equipment listed.\n \nExperience performing math and trigonometric functions necessary to determine quantities and estimates.\n \nAbility to work in enclosed spaces such as storm sewer pipes measuring 48 inches in diameter or greater.\n \nAbility to work effectively with deadlines; disagreements with developers, contractors, and citizens; public complaints about construction projects; and enforcing City ordinances.\n \nAbility to use a personal computer and keyboard; ability to use spreadsheet software.\n \nPost-job offer physical may be required.\n \nCriminal background check required.\n \nConstruction Inspector III Job Description: \n \nOversees daily work progress on City Public Works construction projects and private development projects. Includes various construction inspection duties, observing materials testing, surveying, and fiscal monitoring to ensure plans, specifications and City ordinances are followed.\n \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n \nOversees complex projects with little or no supervision.\n \nInspects materials and quality of work in progress, enforcing applicable city ordinances and specifications by issuance of memos, verbal warnings, and stop work orders, as necessary.\n \nMonitors daily status of field projects which includes the following: directing the City's and developer's contractors, coordinating projects with the affected utilities, City departments or other governmental agencies.\n \nCollecting field information, answering citizen inquiries, and responding to service requests.\n \nPerforms inspections on soils, asphalt, concrete, storm sewer, water lines, sanitary sewers, structures, etc.\n \nReviews, inspects, and enforces erosion control measures on construction sites.\n \nReviews construction plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects. Reviews construction plans for public improvements in subdivision and rights-of-way.\n \nServes as leader and positive role model to other team members and Construction Inspectors and acts as representative of the City on construction sites.\n \nInspects private property, streets, and rights-of-way to determine repair or construction needs. Inspects public way work for conformance to city specifications.\n \nEvaluates construction sites and rights of way to assess infrastructure needed.\n \nAssists and trains other inspection staff in methods of construction inspection including testing, specifications, policies and procedures.\n \nInspects public sidewalks to ensure compliance with snow removal ordinance. Issues warnings and summons for non-compliance.\n \nMaintains records of labor, equipment and materials used on City projects utilizing required project forms, job diaries and the computer.\n \nPerforms detention pond inspections\n \nPrepares reports and cost estimates.\n \nEvaluates material test results and takes appropriate follow-up actions.\n \nDirects the work efforts of one or more temporary, part-time, or seasonal employees assigned to perform inspection duties on projects for which the Construction Inspector has primary responsibility.\n \nMust be able to interact with others in a positive manner.\n \nRequires regular and prompt attendance.\n \nMust maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting. If injured on-the-job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken.\n \nIMPORTANT FUNCTIONS\n \nSurvey roads and construction sites utilizing surveying equipment.\n \nPerforms materials testing.\n \nPerforms water quality testing.\n \nORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS\n \nSupervision Received\n \nReceives general supervision from the Public Works Construction Coordinator.\n \nSupervision Given:\n \nDirects work efforts of variable, part-time or seasonal workers. Train all levels of Construction Inspectors.\n \nESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS\n \nEducation\n \nHigh School diploma or equivalent\n \nExperience\n \nMinimum of seven years experience performing construction inspection duties and interpreting, reviewing, and producing construction plans and specifications.\n \nMinimum of 7 years combined experience in construction inspections, surveying soils and materials testing or related education.\n \nProject management and survey experience required.\n \nExperience in supervision of subordinate construction inspection personnel required.\n \nProven progression in performance as a Construction Inspector II with a minimum rating of Developing or better for first one to two years and a Successful rating for the most recent two years based on the City of Lakewood's Performance Review and Development system.\n \nLicensure/Certification/Registration\n \nValid driver's license and good driving record required.\n \nA.C.I. certification as a Concrete Construction Inspector.\n \nA.C.I. certification as a Concrete Field Testing Technician -- Grade I\n \nAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor.\n \nColorado Asphalt Paving Association Certification as a Lay-Down Technician.\n \nOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\n \nAbility to take complex projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision.\n \nAbility to handle complex problems with minimal supervision.\n \nAbility to be proactive, recognize potential problems and offer solutions.\n \nAbility to use insight, knowledge and experience to monitor construction activity to help minimize on-site problems.\n \nAbility to interact effectively with large groups of people and be the main contact for contractors, citizen groups, developers and others.\n \nAbility to use proper safety procedures at work sites.\n \nAbility to communicate effectively and establish constructive working relationships with City personnel, contractors, members of the public and a diversity of special interest groups.\n \nAbility to learn and operate all equipment listed.\n \nExperience performing math and trigonometric functions necessary to determine quantities and estimates.\n \nAbility to work in enclosed spaces such as storm sewer pipes measuring 48 inches in diameter or greater.\n \nAbility to work effectively with deadlines; disagreements with developers, contractors and citizens; public complaints about construction projects; and enforcing City ordinances.\n \nAbility to use a personal computer and keyboard; ability to use spreadsheet software.\n \nPost-job offer physical offer may be required.\n \nHeavy Work: Exerting over 50 lbs up to 100 lbs occasionally, and up to 50 lbs frequent, and 10-20 lbs constantly to move objects\n \nPHYSICAL DEMAND\n\n Bend or position self to move items from higher place to lower place or vice versa\n Lift, carry, push, pull, move, or position from all levels up to 50 lbs.\n Lift, carry, push, pull, move, or position from all levels over 51 lbs. with assistance\n Sit, stand or be stationary\n Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, turn or twist all of which may include awkward positions on both even and uneven terrain\n Talk, hear, converse, communicate, or exchange information\n Use of hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion to handle, pinch, reach, grasp, move, feel, and inspect, etc.\n Vision to include distance, depth perception, peripheral and color\n Walk, ascend or descend on both even and uneven terrain\n \nEnvironmental Conditions may include\n\n Confined spaces\n Extreme cold or heat\n Frequent vibrations due to equipment use\n Fumes or airborne particles\n Moderate to extremely loud noise environment\n Outdoor weather conditions\n Toxic or caustic chemicals\n Wet or humid conditions\n Work in high, precarious places\n \nPhysical Requirements:\n\n Lifting and moving heavy objects could exceed 100 pounds a distance of up to 10 feet with assistance when needed.\n Moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds a distance of up to 100 feet with assistance when needed.\n* Hearing and Vision test\n \nPay Range\n \n$27.66-$35.96\n \nBackground and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions. \n\n