Water Construction Inspector (Engineering Technician)

Several full-time positions available with the Water Department, Engineering Field Services Division located at 1001 Harrison Street
Salary Range: $22.61-$34.48/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: November 26, 2024


Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation. Must possess a valid state-issued drivers license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.


Qualifications

• Performs office work in all aspects of construction inspection of basic water main and sewer main projects and other construction related projects with contractors.
• Reviews submittals and shop drawings to ensure that the contractor is installing the proper materials and equipment as required by the contract documents for the project.
• Receives contractor's Request for Information (RFI) and works with the Project Manager to address the contractor's questions.
• Observes construction work of the contractor to ensure work is performed in accordance with the project plans and specifications.
• Attends all progress meetings or special meetings related to the project.
• Reviews contractor's progress pay estimates for payments.
• Reviews contractor's schedule for the project and keeps the Project Manager and others informed of deviations from the schedule.
• Works with survey crew(s) to locate all valves, manholes and other important points on the work so records can be made.
• Sets up Substantial Completion and Final Completion inspections and generates a punch list of deficient items from both inspections.
• Prepares a set of Field Marked record drawings for submittal at the conclusion of the project.
• Conducts water main shuts for plumber request and observes flow test for private contractors.
• Creates daily field reports for all projects.

Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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