CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR
Class Code: 391X
Category: Protective Services
Salary Range: 42
Abolished Effective: 05-14-2010
Definition
Inspects small construction projects for compliance with specifications.
Typical Work
Inspects comfort stations, bath houses, park ranger residences, group kitchens, squad huts, barrier dams, cement ponds, bridges, pipe line construction, pumping installation, and other construction projects during and after construction for compliance with plans and specifications, quality of materials and workmanship, and adherence to State and local codes and ordinances;
Inspects existing structures for repair and remodeling, involving use of capital outlay funds; inspects remodeling and repair as accomplished by contractors;
Prepares specifications for small repair and remodeling projects;
May advertise and let small construction contracts;
Travels on inspection duties on State wide basis;
Performs other work as required.
Inspects existing structures for repair and remodeling, involving use of capital outlay funds; inspects remodeling and repair as accomplished by contractors;
Prepares specifications for small repair and remodeling projects;
May advertise and let small construction contracts;
Travels on inspection duties on State wide basis;
Performs other work as required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: standards, principles, and practices in building trades; blueprints and specifications; building, zoning, fire, and safety codes.
Ability to: inspect small buildings or other structures and detect noncompliance with plans, specifications, State or local codes, and contracts; detect materials and workmanship of poor quality; instruct architects and contractors as to needed changes; obtain highest quality buildings for least expense; draft minor specifications, plans, and change orders; travel frequently and for extended periods.
Ability to: inspect small buildings or other structures and detect noncompliance with plans, specifications, State or local codes, and contracts; detect materials and workmanship of poor quality; instruct architects and contractors as to needed changes; obtain highest quality buildings for least expense; draft minor specifications, plans, and change orders; travel frequently and for extended periods.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Desirable Qualifications
Two years of experience as a building construction inspector, an electrical inspector, a plumbing inspector, or a journeyman carpenter.
Three years of experience in general construction work, provided that at least one year of experience included interpretation of construction plans and specifications
Equivalent education/experience.
OR
Three years of experience in general construction work, provided that at least one year of experience included interpretation of construction plans and specifications
OR
Equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
Revised March 1, 1969 General revision
New class code: (formerly 60100) effective July 1, 2007
Title change (formerly Construction Inspector 1); adopted May 14, 2009, effective May 15, 2009.
Class abolished at the May 13, 2010 Director’s Meeting effective May 14, 2010.
New class code: (formerly 60100) effective July 1, 2007
Title change (formerly Construction Inspector 1); adopted May 14, 2009, effective May 15, 2009.
Class abolished at the May 13, 2010 Director’s Meeting effective May 14, 2010.
