Construction Inspector

Job Posting

Working for the City of McKinney is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today. City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment.

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to ensure compliance to plans and specifications for City construction projects and paving, drainage, and utility construction activities. Employees in this classification perform professional and technical level work and possess considerable knowledge of applicable municipal, regional, and state regulatory practices. The position is responsible for monitoring quality control, construction site safety, trench safety, and safe handling of traffic in construction and maintenance areas. Work involves technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work. Inspections are conducted independently but in accordance with department regulations and established technical standards. Performs related work as required.

In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees :

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Ability to assess his / her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and / or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

The City's primary point of contact for permitted construction of infrastructure installation, land development and capital improvement projects. Establishes relationships and works closely with other Engineering staff and with multiple City departments including Public Works (Streets, Drainage, Water, Wastewater, Environmental Services), Parks and Recreation, Building Inspections, Code Services, Planning, and Fire Department (Fire Marshal's Office). Establishes relationships and works closely with multiple external stakeholders including other public agencies (TxDOT, NTMWD), franchised utilities, contractors, developers, impacted neighbors, and other members of the general public. Provides high quality customer service to multiple City departments and external stakeholders; mediate and resolve conflicts and competing interests among the varied stakeholders. Interprets and enforces approved plans, standard details, design manuals, local ordinances, state, and federal requirements. Drives to and from work locations as assigned by Supervisor, with 15-20 different locations being visited on a typical day.

Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.). Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided. Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness. Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates. The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships with internal staff and customers. Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing using email and other technology. Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and / or analyze data and / or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships. Ability to apply principles of persuasion and / or influence. Ability to operate, maneuver and / or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and / or materials used in performing essential functions. Ability to utilize a variety of advisory data and information, such as construction plans, contract and specification documents, water, sewer, and drainage maps and the City Code of Ordinances. Ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures. Ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives. Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change. Ability to perform coordinated movements involving placing and turning motions, such as surveying equipment, measuring tape, level, valve, and water keys, slide and scale ruler, and operating a vehicle. Ability to prioritize while overseeing multiple contractors working in a fast-paced environment while under a heavy workload of projects. Strong understanding of construction plans and ability to read and interpret plans and details. Ability to interpret plans, specifications and verify compliance with city standards. Strong understanding of survey work and the ability to use measuring tools and devices. Ability to observe and assess field conditions and identify potential issues and problematic conditions. Understanding of construction sequencing / phasing of project progression. Efficient skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Blue Beam. Strong ability to observe and advise contractors of potential safety concerns. Strong observatory skills with grade. Ability to verify grade, slopes of grading / pavement for drainage etc. Strong knowledge of ADA (American Disability Act) / PROWAG (Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines). Ability to evaluate compliance with ADA / PROWAG and troubleshoot existing grades / conditions for compliance. Ability to verify finished grade around water / sanitary sewer / storm water lines and all applicable apparatuses.

High school diploma or GED and vocational / technical training and five (5) years of previous related experience. TCEQ Water - Class C Distribution License and / or TCEQ Wastewater - Class II Collection License preferred.

Must pass a drug screen and background check. Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to environmental conditions. Tasks require exposure to construction hazards, traffic hazards, strong odors, dust and / or smoke, chemicals, waste materials, extreme heat / cold and other extreme weather conditions. Frequent travel to and from various jobsites. Tasks will often involve situations with various stressful interactions with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

The City offers a full complement of benefits : Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance), Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA), Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), City-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance, City-paid and Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance, Supplemental Insurance through Aflac. Additional Benefits (Legal Services through Legal Shield, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year), Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)). Retirement (Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Mandatory 7% employee contribution, City match 2 : 1, 5 year vesting, Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans). Paid Time Off (PTO) (Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tiered increases after 2 yrs), Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family), Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foser care), Ten Paid Holidays, Personal Day, Optional compensatory time for hourly employees, Compensatory time for salaried employees).