POSITION: Engineering Inspector.

WHAT YOU'LL DO IN THIS ROLE: The employer's Engineering Division is looking for an Engineering Inspector to oversee field inspections and approve public improvement construction projects.

From the in-office review of development plans and specifications to on-site verifications, you'll be responsible for ensuring work is performed safely and in compliance with local and state requirements. You'll collect required tests, perform as-built surveys, and record all field inspections for a permanent project record. You will represent the department when collaborating with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, staff, and the public. Under the guidance of the Senior Engineering Inspector, you'll carry out diverse technical engineering tasks within your designated area.

DUTIES: Conduct site inspections of public improvements, including water mains, sanitary sewer mains, storm drains, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and roads. Ensure compliance with approved design drawings and local and state requirements. Work closely with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and the public; explain laws, codes, and regulations related to development and construction activities. Gather field data for engineering designs and as-built information. Adhere to standard safety practices and maintain a safe work site.

REQUIREMENTS: Equivalent to completion of high school or GED and college-level coursework in engineering, drafting, or related area. Three years of experience in construction, public works, or technical engineering preferred. Familiarity with construction sites, including road, utilities, and general development construction. Skill in maintaining accurate field inspection records, drawings, photos, and electronic records. Knowledge of state and local laws, codes, and municipal construction regulations and standards. Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision. Commitment to delivering excellent customer service and maintaining positive working relationships with staff and the public.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical and Mental Requirements/Activities: This work requires exertion of up to 75 pounds of force and lifting up to 50 pounds. Work requires significant amount of walking throughout the day, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands or fingers to handle or feel and requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Will spend a large amount of time viewing a computer screen. Vocal communication and normal hearing are required for expressing or exchanging ideas verbally. Acceptable verbal and conversation skills to effectively communicate with others via the phone, at meetings and to greet and assist visitors. Frequent use of hand tools and equipment. Ability to recognize occupational hazards in work activities and take safety precautions. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and following directions.

WAGES: $24.78 Hourly.

SHIFTS: Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. 2-6 months Seasonal.

JOBS SITE: Durango, CO.

BENEFITS: Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area. Free Transit pass. Eligibility to participate in the City's Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards. We believe in creating an inclusive workforce that welcomes diversity of thoughts, viewpoints, and experiences.

We are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, projective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTION: 1. If you meet the minimum requirements for this position please click on "How to Apply" to view application information. (You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view information. Registration is available at no cost.) 2. Apply online. 3. Job will close on 5/23/2024 11:59 PM Mountain Time.