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Posting Date

09 / 05 / 25

Application Deadline

09 / 08 / 25

Pay Range

26.95 - $44.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Are you experienced in civil / roadway construction methods? Do you have a passion for the highest quality end product? Consider the MCDOT Inspector as your next career step.

The Inspector-Permits performs inspections on construction projects taking place in the MCDOT right-of-way. Additionally, the Inspector-Permits protects the interests of the county and its taxpayers by ensuring a quality construction product that will limit premature maintenance and future safety hazards. This position will interface with contractors, engineers, land developers, and property owners throughout the full development process.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Two years of experience as an inspector; or

Two years of experience in an engineering or construction field, including surveying, drainage inspecting, hydrology, plan reviewing / examination, and interpretation

High school diploma or GED

A combination of post-secondary education and / or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value

Associate's degree or higher in Engineering or a closely related field

Experience in utility construction, bridge construction, plan review, reading construction plans, and geotechnical work.

National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) (Highway Construction Inspection or Materials Testing)

American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Grade 1

American Public Works Association (APWA) Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII)

Arizona Technical Testing Institute Certifications (ATTI)

Job Contributions

Assure permitted projects are completed safely and per approved plans / specifications or approved revisions. Promote and enforce public safety

Coordinates all permit activity with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, survey crews, soils lab, consultants, geotechnical firms, developers, and engineers as construction proceeds

Conducts pre-construction conferences, ongoing inspections, and final acceptance inspections of subdivisions

Reviews plans for accuracy and constructability

Review and approve traffic control plans for compliance with MCDOT and MUTCD standards, and inspect the job sites for the correct placement of the traffic control devices

Compiles final test packets and as-builts for release of completed projects to be entered into the County maintenance system

Enforces penalties when specifications are not met

Issues cease work and encroachment notices for unauthorized, unsafe, or deficient construction. Investigate citizen complaints and mediate a satisfactory resolution.

Performs other duties as assigned or required

Working Conditions

Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly

Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness / humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware

Computer, smartphone, smart level, measuring tape, design specifications

Protective equipment required

Standard PPE (hard hats, safety vests, safety boots, safety glasses)

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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