Construction Inspector I/II

Salary

$35.21 - $47.30 Hourly

Location 

Placerville, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

DEFINITION

This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates taking place on December 26, 2025, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner, so apply early.

El Dorado Irrigation District is currently recruiting for a Construction Inspector in the Engineering Department. Currently, there is one vacancy that may be filled at either the Construction Inspector I or  Construction Inspector II level depending on qualifications.

Under supervision, conducts field construction inspections for District facilities including commercial/residential development and capital improvement projects, involving the inspection of pipelines, pumping stations, and treatment facilities, and other District projects; reviews and inspects construction plans to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications and Federal, State, and local regulations.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Construction Inspector I- This is the entry level class in the Construction Inspector series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience.  The Construction Inspector I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.   Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Construction Inspector II- This is the journey level class in the Construction Inspector series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives immediate supervision from the Construction Inspection Supervisor; may receive technical and functional supervision from the Senior Construction Inspector.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Reviews and inspects construction projects, including water, hydroelectric generation, wastewater and recycled water distribution, collection, storage and treatment facilities for compliance with approved plans, District specifications and required regulations; performs a variety of field tests to ensure quality of materials and work. 
• Observes, documents, records, and completes activity and progress reports, including taking photos and videos of work sites before and during construction; completes daily inspection logs and inspection reports.
• Interprets drawings and specifications at site locations and responds to questions from contractors, developers and other agencies regarding construction inspection reports; maintains as-built drawings.
• Coordinates field operations, work schedules and activities between District staff, contractors, developers, Cal OSHA, and other interested agencies related to construction inspection activities.
• Assists District engineers with the implementation of capital improvement projects; serves as field liaison in the planning and development of projects; responds to questions and concerns from contractors, developers, and outside agencies regarding inspection results and District standards.
• Participates in pre-construction and weekly construction meetings.
• Reviews, recommend for approval, and/or rejects progress payments and change orders; reviews submittals, requests for information, geotechnical reports, and other related documents.
• Schedules and performs warranty inspections; coordinates system shutdown of facilities.
• Prepares punch lists and letters of non-compliance; maintains construction project files, including “as built” drawings. 
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Construction Inspector I

Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of construction methods and techniques.  Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes governing construction methods.  Basic mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.  Principles and practices of work safety and traffic control. 

Skill/Ability to:
Perform inspections of construction projects and enforce District standards.  Read plans, specifications, maps, drawings and work orders.   Learn to perform basic engineering calculations.  Learn residential and commercial inspection standards.  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.  On a continuous basis, analyze operations of construction projects in the field; identify underground service alert; interpret maps and reports; know how to perform underground work and other construction; and observe safety precautions. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; walk around job sites; kneel and bend while reviewing infrastructure; climb in and out of trenches; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 20 pounds or less.

Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Two years of experience in construction inspection is desirable.

Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college coursework in algebra, trigonometry, geometry, drafting and surveying or a related field is desirable.

Construction Inspector II

In addition to the qualifications for the Construction Inspector I:

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of construction methods and techniques related to underground utilities, including tools and materials used in construction.  Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, and District policies governing the construction of assigned projects.  Proper inspection techniques to examine construction workmanship and materials for defects and faults.  Materials, methods, regulations, and requirements related to the construction projects.  Mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry, as applied to construction methods and practices.  Residential and commercial inspection methods.  Principles and practices of construction management.

Skill/Ability to:
Independently perform inspections of materials and work quality used in utility construction projects.   Understand, read, and interpret plans, specifications, maps, drawings, contracts, and work orders.  Read, interpret and apply laws, regulations, codes and technical guidelines.  Recognize confined space and hazardous safety issues.  Prepare technical reports and correspondence and maintain and update project files.  Keep records and prepare reports.

Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Two years of responsible level experience similar to a Construction Inspector I with the El Dorado Irrigation District.

Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college coursework in algebra, trigonometry, geometry, drafting and surveying or a related field.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

License and Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license at the time of appointment.   Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. 

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About El Dorado Irrigation District

El Dorado Irrigation District can trace its history back to the first hand-dug ditches that transported water to prospectors in the mid-1800s, but the District was not formally organized until 1925 under the Irrigation District Act (Water Code §§ 20500 et seq.). We still hold water rights that date from the gold rush days (Pre-1914), and we continue to work on securing and maintaining reliable water supplies. Through negotiations with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and an Act of Congress, the District acquired Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area in late 2003. We have water service contracts with the Bureau and a water right for diversion from Folsom Lake that was awarded by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Our customers’ needs are as broad-ranging as the area’s stunning natural diversity. We provide drinking water, wastewater treatment, and recycled water for homes, schools, churches, vineyards, orchards, parks, and businesses. We own and operate a 21-megawatt hydroelectric power project that includes dams, four reservoirs, and 23 miles of flumes, canals, siphons, and tunnels. And we manage several outdoor recreation sites, including the Sly Park Recreat...ion Area and a campground at Silver Lake. Today, the District’s facilities and delivery infrastructure serves our 40,000 water accounts and includes more than 1,200 miles of pipeline, 27 miles of ditches, 5 treatment plants, 36 storage reservoirs, and 38 pumping stations. The wastewater system, with nearly 20,000 accounts, operates 61 lift stations, 390 miles of pipeline and 4 treatment facilities. El Dorado Hills and Deer Creek wastewater plants produce an average of 2,500 acre-feet of recycled water for use in front and backyard irrigation at 4,900 homes, commercial entities, and public spaces. With just over 200 employees, we are one of the largest employers in El Dorado County. We serve a population of over 115,000 that has been steadily growing for many years.

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