Construction Inspector

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Salary : $68,196.00 - $91,392.00 Annually
Location : Rialto, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-026
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 07/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Classification Definition
DEFINITION

Under direction, to inspect work quality and materials used in a variety of public works projects within the public right-of-way including the construction, repair, maintenance or alterations of streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, sanitary sewers, storm drains, catch basins, street and traffic lights and related structures; to ensure conformance with City specifications and safety standards; to maintain records and prepare reports on projects inspected; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Construction Inspectors are responsible for performing thorough construction project site inspections of public works construction and the materials and workmanship employed in a variety of both private development projects and public works capital improvement projects. Incumbents ensure construction compliance with engineering plans, contract specifications and statutory standards. The Senior Construction Inspector is distinguished from the Construction Inspector in that incumbents in the former class have demonstrated proficiency in performing the full range of construction inspection duties, including inspection of the largest capital improvement projects and is capable of overseeing and supervising inspection and testing activities by subordinate inspectors and/or consultants.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from higher level management or supervisory staff.

Essential Duties and Responsiblities

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTSEssential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:
  1. Attends pre-construction meetings; inspects work quality of a variety of public works projects during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations; areas of inspection include sidewalks, driveways, sewer mains, lateral installations, underground pipelines, hydrants, curbs, gutters, retaining walls, earthwork, street excavation, patchwork, street lights, traffic signals and other facilities; approves and issues permits.
  2. Inspects materials used in a variety of public works projects to ensure compliance with project standards and specifications.
  3. Checks line, grade, size, elevation and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations.
  4. Prepares detailed data of construction progress and inspection; prepares various reports on daily operations and activities.
  5. Takes samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; performs routine materials and density field tests to assure material and workmanship quality; coordinates results of tests and verifies approval of structure.
  6. Observes work during progress and upon completion; recommends progress payments; ensures that safety procedures are followed; performs accident investigations as needed; advises contractors of changes in plans and variances.
  7. Performs preliminary and final inspections prior to project acceptance.
  8. Meets with contractors to interpret points, plans and specifications; provides technical guidance and interpretation; issues certificates as assigned; prepares legal descriptions as needed.
  9. Provides assistance to private contractors and public agencies on construction specifications and procedures; ensure compliance with procedures and regulations.
  10. Participates in the work of a survey crew as assigned.
  11. Investigates personal injury, property damage and personal vehicle damage claims submitted to the City Clerk's office; writes reports and documents situations.
  12. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Ability to:

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

Training:

Licenses and Certifications:

Supplemental Information

Application Procedure:
A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at www.yourrialto.com. All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone: (909) 820-2540.

Selection Process:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.

Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility:
Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code: 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. For more information, please see the City's

E-Verify:
The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.
This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

RETIREMENT
The California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA), which took effect in January 2013, changes the way CalPERS retirement and health benefits are applied, and places compensation limits on members. The greatest impact is felt by new CalPERS members.

As defined by the PEPRA, a new member includes:

-A member who joined CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013, who, on or after January 1, 2013, is hired by a different CalPERS employer following a break in service of more than six months.

-A new hire who joined CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in another California public retirement system.

-A new hire who joins CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.

All members who don't fall into the definitions above are considered classic members. Classic members will retain the existing benefit enrollment levels for future service with the same employer.

According to the Rialto City Employees Association (RCEA) Memorandum of Understanding, in addition to the monthly salary, the City offers:

CAFETERIA PLAN The City's Contribution to the Cafeteria Plan to go towards the employee's contributions for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums will be one thousand eight hundred dollars ($1,800) per month. Employees hired on or after 11/14/2018 shall be provided one thousand eight hundred dollars ($1,800) per month, but there shall be no cash back to the employee for any amount not used. Opt out for new hire employees (on or after 11/14/2018) shall be limited to a $200 per month for not electing City medical insurance.

LIFE INSURANCE provides a $75,000 double indemnity policy for employee plus dependent coverage ($10,000 for spouse and $5,000 dependent children).

MERIT RAISES may be received in the form of salary increases seven times within or in six years with the attainment of satisfactory work performance.

BILINGUAL PAY is paid at the rate of $100 per period for employees who successfully pass the bilingual proficiency examination for Spanish.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE An employee who has completed the probationary period and has attained college degrees will receive an increase to their pay as follows:

Associate's Degree: Three percent (3%) of base salary
Bachelor's Degree: Five percent (5%) of base salary
Master's Degree: Seven point five percent (7.5%) of base salary
Please note, these educational incentives are not cumulative.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT Employees can receive up to $2,500 per fiscal year.

VACATION is earned at the biweekly rate of six (6) hours for the first through fourth years.

SICK LEAVE is accumulated at the rate of 4.62 hours per period (120 hours per year) with no maximum amount of accumulation.

SPORTS CENTER Employees, employees' spouses, retirees, and retirees' spouses shall be allowed free use of the Rialto Fitness Center during normal operating hours as long as the City has managerial control of the facility. Employees, employees' spouses, retirees, and retirees' spouses shall adhere to the same regulations regarding reservations and the use and care of the facilities as the general public.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION is available to those employees who wish to supplement their retirement income. Money may be deducted from their checks and placed in a security plan without paying taxes on the amount until it is withdrawn. Employees with 5-9 years of City service the City contributes $300/month on the employee's behalf. Employees with 10+ years of City service the City contributes $600/month on the employee's behalf.

EMERGENCY SERVICE: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
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What is your highest level of education?
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Do you have college level course work in construction technology and inspection practices, engineering, or a related field?
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If you answered "YES" to question #2, please explain your experience. "See resume" is not a valid answer.
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Do you have at lease 3 years of experience in engineering project construction inspection?
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Do you have a valid State of California driver's license?
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By selecting "I understand", I understand that I cannot update my application once I have submitted it. Therefore, I have fully completed all sections of the application and provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully reviewed my answers to all questions on the supplemental. Failure to fully complete my application, answer the supplemental questions (if applicable), and attach copies of the required certificates, may result in my application being rejected. (Do not indicate "refer to a resume or other documentation".)
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Location:
Rialto
Job Type:
FullTime

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