Construction Inspector I

Job Summary

This is a responsible and technical position within the Public Works Department with a wide variety of duties pertaining to infrastructure projects within Boone County.   

The Construction Inspector I is responsible for essential functions within the Public Works Department, as well as, working with developers, contractors, and the general public. This person must have knowledge of County policies, engineering specifications, subdivision regulations, and construction procedures. 

The Construction Inspector I ensure all phases of construction adhere to county standards, from initial planning to final inspection. This includes reviewing plans, interpreting regulations, and monitoring construction progress to ensure compliance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets.  

The Engineering Services Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining the efficiency, quality, and safety of Boone County’s public works projects.  

Major Essential Duties

• Assist the County Engineer, Public Works Director, and Engineering Services Supervisor with the design, planning, and engineering of County infrastructure projects 
• Review bid specifications and support competitive bidding processes 
• Manage infrastructure projects and activities including scheduling, site inspection, materials testing, geotechnical compliance, reviewing change orders, and confirmation of invoices  
• Maintain and update County pavement management program 
• Conduct traffic studies for and participate on the County Traffic Safety Committee 
• Manage right-of-way encroachment permits and support permit process improvements 
• Assist the Engineering Services Supervisor in collaborative review of development plans and conveyance plats with the Planning Commission to ensure compliance with infrastructure regulations and specifications and completion of punch list items prior to final plat approvals 
• Review pavement core samples and reports to assure street depth specifications are compliant with subdivision regulations. For non-compliant observations, provide deficiency reports to the Engineering Services Supervisor and assist with invoicing to developers/contractors   
• Prepare records, correspondence, memoranda and inspection reports using computer applications and web-based project management systems. 
• Work with design engineers in developing plans for County infrastructure projects 
• Work closely with contractors to ensure all construction of streets or facilities that the County will be responsible for maintenance are built to specification 
• Assist with pre-construction meetings between the County contractors awarded bids of major County infrastructure projects 
• Assist the Engineering Services Supervisor with coordination of contracted services for the Department including specifications for infrastructure projects and verifying contracted services stay within budget 
• Assist the County Engineer, Public Works Director, and Engineering Services Supervisor with an annual maintenance schedule for infrastructure projects including coordination of the Pavement Management Program 
• Collaborate with the Sheriff’s Office to deploy and configure radar equipment for traffic monitoring and enforcement. 
• Perform field inspections to assess and verify sight distance at intersections and roadways ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards 

Minor Essential Duties

• Assist with the Department’s snow removal operations 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None  

Relationships

• The Construction Inspector I performs duties within the Public Works Department, under the direct supervision of the Engineering Services Supervisor  

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree Program (preferred) or Associate’s Degree Program in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Science, Engineering Mechanics, Geology, Earth Science, Industrial Technology, Industrial Drafting, Design Technology, Construction Technology, or related field. 
• Engineering-related experience may be substituted for degree requirements 
• Additional 1 year experience or training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform required duties and the Engineering Services Division  
• Experience and knowledge of the functions pertaining to Public Works, general construction work and engineering practices 

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret policies, procedures, professional publications and governmental regulations 
•  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy and procedure documents 
• Ability to make effective presentations to employees, elected officials and the general public 
• Possess and the ability to display strong oral, written and listening skills 
• Ability to handle sensitive issues 

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals 
• Ability to compute ratio and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs 
• Ability to apply concepts of algebra, geometry, and statistics as needed 

Reasoning Skills

• Solves practical problems while dealing with several abstract and concrete variables 
• Interprets a variety of complex technical and instructional information 
• Makes decisions which serve the county’s best interest and follows the missions and objectives of the Public Works Department 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky driver’s license 
• Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky Class A commercial driver’s license or the ability to obtain within six months from date of hire 
• Certified ACI Level 1 Concrete Inspector  
• Successful Completion of Grade and Drain Level 1 training within the time period designated by the director 
• Successful Completion of Asphalt Paving Best Practices training within the time period designated by the director 
• Successful Completion of Kentucky Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control (KEPSC) training within the time period designated by the director 
• Successful Completion of Workzone Traffic Control Technician and Supervisor training within the time period designated by the director 

Other Knowledge and/or Skills

• Advanced computer skills with ability to access programs such as but not limited to Microsoft Office products. Capability to provide reports and spreadsheets as needed 
• Ability to draw and interpret maps, blueprints and construction plans as needed 
• Knowledge and understanding of construction practices and terms 
• Ability to interpret maps, plats and construction plans as needed 
• Ability to interpret surveying stakes as related to field construction work 
• Ability to work with other department, county, other agency personnel and the general public 
• Ability to work under limited supervision 
• Ability to prepare/manage the Divisional budget 

Physical Demands

• While performing job duties, the employee could reasonably be expected to: 
• Regularly (over 2/3 of regular working day) 
• Stand or walk 
• Talk or hear 
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 
• Operate a motor vehicle 
• Occasionally (under 1/3 of regular working day) 
• Sit 
• Reach with hands and arms 
• Use hands to type, handle papers, tools etc. 
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus 

Work Environment

• The work environments described in the preceding paragraphs represent those encountered while performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 
• Temperature level will vary from extreme cold to extreme heat. 
• Moisture level will vary from extreme dry to rain, snow, and icy conditions. 

Comments

• Must display the following: 
• Positive communication 
• Objectivity 
• Willingness to solve problems 
• Commitment to Boone County’s best interests 
• Must adhere to the applicable provisions of the Public Works Department Rules and Procedures, the Boone County Personnel Policies and Procedures, the Boone County Administrative Code, the Kentucky Revised Statutes, and any other procedures, rules, regulations, and policies set forth by appropriate authorities 
• Must be neat in appearance 
• Must be 18 years or older 
• Must maintain confidentiality when required