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Construction Inspector / Senior Construction Inspector

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the positions of Construction Inspector / Senior Construction Inspector for the Public Works Department in the Community Development and Services Agency. Currently, there is one vacancy that may be filled at either the Construction Inspector or Senior Construction Inspector level depending on qualifications. This class is alternatively staffed, and incumbents may advance to Senior Construction Inspector after passing the proficiency exam which meets the qualifications and expectations for that higher level class. The incumbent to this position will ensure Public Works construction projects are in compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications through the inspection of construction operations including capital improvement projects, land development projects, and the overall Public Works Department's field maintenance and operations of roadways, streets, bridges and drainage facilities, and parks; and performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

Construction Inspector :

Minimum : Equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of broad and varied experience performing construction inspection activities or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred : In addition to the minimum, additional years of professional public agency experience in a public works department which has included contract administration.

Licenses & Certification : The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Special Requirements : Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk / Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment : Work is performed both in the office and in the field at various job sites throughout Yuba County. Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. The work may require extended hours, weekends, holidays, evenings, or irregular hours.

Senior Construction Inspector :

Minimum : Equivalent to graduation from high school and six years of broad and varied experience performing construction inspection activities or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred : In addition to the minimum, additional years as a foreman or superintendent in the construction industry, or professional public agency experience in a public works department in a lead capacity which has included contract administration.

Licenses & Certification : The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Special Requirements : Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk / Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment : Work is performed both in the office and in the field at various job sites throughout Yuba County. Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. The work may require extended hours, weekends, holidays, evenings, or irregular hours.