MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess and continuously maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license, as well as qualify to drive a Division vehicle in compliance with the Division Driver Policy.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces and outdoors under varying climatic conditions.
- Must be able to walk over rough terrain and climb ladders and stairs.
- Graduation from a high school or equivalent G.E.D.
- Associates Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Surveying, or Applied Science from an accredited College or University is preferred. The Employer may, at Employer’s discretion, elect to substitute work experience (minimum of 1 year), such as underground construction, scheduling, utility management, site development, or underground utility inspection with a testing agency or governmental agency, for the above-described educational experience.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
- Must have color vision.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
- Monitors the utility construction and other types of associated construction work for compliance with approved plans, specifications, and acceptable construction practices and procedures.
- Coordinates and observes various tests, makes reports and maintains records pertaining to construction projects under the general supervision of a designated supervisor.
- Performs technical and skilled work in the field and/or office involving the management and enforcement of soil erosion and sedimentation control (SESC) requirements on construction projects as well as construction and engineering work.
- Reviews project plans and specifications to become familiar with projects and to prepare an inspection schedule for utility projects.
- Inspects materials and inventories of materials, reviews construction work for compliance with plans and specifications.
- Marks construction drawings and participates in preparation of as-built drawings for Division records.
- Prepares reports and various correspondence.
- Checks pay estimates for accuracy.
- Inspects construction progress at assigned sites and monitors compliance with construction, soil erosion, and other permits.
- Responsible for the technical training of other Inspectors or other Employees in construction techniques as directed under the direction of the Construction Supervisor.
- Reviews projects for accuracy, tracks, and files technical documents during the construction phase.
- Handles assignments for other Inspectors when necessary.
- Schedules utility construction activity with various departments and contractors.
- Obtains property owner’s preferred location for house connections.
- Creates inspection reports and reviews reports and monitors the work of other Inspectors as directed.
- Coordinates data collection from field with the GIS Group as directed by the Construction Supervisor.
- Conducts final inspection of water and sewer and construction facilities as Directed by the Construction Supervisor.
- May coordinate and attend pre-construction meetings in Supervisor’s absence (U-7 level only).
- Evaluates existing conditions on construction projects and issues reports. Upon direction of Management, issues and enforces, “Cease and Desist” Orders and other regulatory activity.
- Performs any other work related to the classification.
PAY SCALE:
U-5 ENTRY LEVEL: No certification required. Must have at least 1 year of experience.
U-6 CERFIFIED: Must have both the State of Michigan (EGLE) Construction Soil Erosion Sedimentation Control Certification and State of Michigan (EGLE) Construction Site Storm Water Operator License. Must have an Associate’s Degree as indicated above or 4 years’ experience.
U-7 SENIOR LEVEL: Must have certification and licensing per U-6 above along with an Associate’s Degree or 10 years’ experience
