Construction Inspector, Desoto

Construction Inspector

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Salary : $52,124.44 - $76,100.10 Annually
Location : DeSoto, TX
Job Type: Regular Fulltime
Job Number: 01201
Department: Development Services
Division: Engineering and Construction
Opening Date: 07/24/2025
Closing Date: 8/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description
This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.
Our Core Values
We LOVE DeSoto
•L- We lift up our community
•O- We take ownership of our collective performance
•V- We value and respect all employees
•E- We empower employees to grow
The purpose of the position is to inspect the construction of local government water and sewer systems, and roadways and bridges, for conformance to contract specifications. This is accomplished by reviewing and interpreting plans; inspecting construction operations; calculating monthly quantities; maintaining records; coordinating right-of-way programs; and ensuring compliance with all rules, regulations, and specifications. Other duties include responding to requests, answering inquiries, researching and preparing documents, completing reports, and filing and maintaining documentation.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures contractor compliance to City standards by coordinating testing; reviewing engineering plans; completing on-site inspections; conducting follow-up inspections; and resolving issues with agencies and contractors;
Coordinates with staff and contractors by reviewing change orders; construction plans, right-of-way permits, and pay applications; attending project coordination meetings; calculating field measurements on capital improvement projects; and maintaining records;
Completes on-site review by inspecting construction materials and grade elevations; reviewing underground facilities; instructing on safety precautions; assessing road and concrete structures, street light installations, traffic devices, and erosion silt control; and coordinating material testing;
Ensures accuracy of contractor progress by calculating project quantities; verifying estimates; and maintaining records of materials and quantities used; and
Performs other assigned duties.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Construction Management or other related field;
APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector Certification (CPII) preferred;
MUTCD Certification preferred
TCEQ Class C Water and Wastewater Collection II License preferred;
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician-Grade I Certification will be required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date;
Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
Valid Driver's License.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
Knowledge of TCEQ and construction rules, regulations, and specifications;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
Skill in the operation of field-measuring equipment and tools;
Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends, and be on-call during non-working hours;
Ability to work in a field environment with variable conditions; and
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex
Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National
The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National
This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks
Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay
Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security
Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System
Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1.
Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation
Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave
Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays
Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay
Earned at a rate of $4 per month.
This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation
Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire/Police
Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower
Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.
01

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience as a Construction Inspector?

02

Are you able to obtain an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician-Grade I Certification within six (6) months of hire date?

03

Do you have a valid driver's license with a good driving record?

04

Do you have a valid APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector Certification (CPII)?

05

Do you have a valid MUTCD Certification?

06

Do you have a valid TCEQ Class C Water and Wastewater Collection II License?

Required Question

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Location:: Desoto
Job Type:: PartTime

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