City Of Aurora, CO Aurora , CO 80041
Posted 5 days ago
Summary of Job Duties
A Water Engineering Inspector performs the inspection of wet utility infrastructure construction to ensure quality workmanship and construction practices; and that work is completed in compliance with plans, specifications, rules, regulations, and city codes.
This is a 12 month, 40 hours per week temporary position. This position is eligible for medical benefits, paid holidays, and personal vacation days.
Aurora Water Department
Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.
The City of Aurora is pleased to offer:
Additional advancement opportunities are available through Career Progressions and Promotions
Training assistance through our online Learning Management System as well as a Tuition Assistance Program
Competitive total compensation package
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and wellness programs
Access to innovation workspaces
The City takes pride in seeing our employees succeed. Join us for a career, not just a job.
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides project inspection services to interpret, explain, and enforce City standards, specifications, and plans
Accepts proper construction and rejects or requires replacement of defective work or materials
Provides daily documentation of project work activity, equipment, and manpower for City projects
Measures and records completed work and participate in meetings with contractors
Coordinates construction requirements with contractors, project engineers, and utility companies
Performs annual project reinspection to determine warranty repair requirements
Provides information to developers, contractors, or interested parties
Collects and provides data
Reports verbally or in writing; and performs additional duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Experience:
Knowledge:
Knowledge of principles and practices related to the construction of water lines, sewer lines, and related appurtenances
City standards and specifications
Code enforcement techniques and principals
Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and citizens
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations
Read and interpret project plans and drawings
Write and maintain detailed reports, logs, and payment records
Skills:
Licenses and/or Certificates:
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands:
Moderate physical work which requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds, with or without assistance
Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Regular walking and standing
A full range of body movements including pushing, pulling, climbing, and crawling
Foot/eye coordination to operate a motor vehicle
Vision to read plans, specifications, and other information
Frequent hearing and speech communication with employees, contractors, and citizens
Working in excavations and/or confined spaces
Work Environment:
Equipment Used:
Operates a motor vehicle; measuring equipment such as tapes, levels, and micrometers; camera.
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and attach related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
If you need assistance in completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
City Of Aurora, CO