Public Transportation Inspector jobs in Georgia

This position is a full-time permanent position responsible for providing construction engineering and inspection oversight, supervision, and technical expertise for the implementation of City transportation improvement projects, verifying construction and completing work in accordance with the construction contract documents. Projects may include erosion control, demolitions, clearing and grading, sub-grade and base work, asphalt and concrete paving, storm sewer systems, underground utility work, concrete work including curb and gutters and sidewalks, and bridge repairs.

Major Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• With limited supervision conducts inspections of County Transportation and Development projects; examines work in progress and proposed project sites. Inspections, address all aspects of project pre-construction, construction, and completion, base compaction, grading, subgrade, drainage, erosion and sediment control measures, curbs, driveways, pipes, material quantities and qualities, traffic control, and work zone safety, etc.
• Performs engineering calculations necessary to determine compliance of project components, such as elevation, grading, alignment, distances, run off, spread rate, etc. Ensures projects comply with established guidelines, specifications, project plans, applicable codes, regulations, and standards. Identifies non-compliance and reviews design in order to identify needed corrective actions.
• Performs measurements for contractor payment up to and including surveying tasks as part of inspection work; conducts materials testing in the field and ensures materials meet standards and specifications; tests base compaction; tests concrete for air entrainment; takes soil, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete samples for laboratory tests.
• Consults with contractors, consultants, engineers, and/or homeowners regarding compliance issues and needed corrective actions. Resolves routine technical and administrative problems on a day-to-day basis.
• Maintains records and diaries of project inspections, findings, corrective actions, meetings, progress, etc.; prepares reports of inspection activities and productivity; and writes letters and correspondence regarding project status, inspection findings, and needed corrective actions. Performs a variety of administrative duties in support of inspection work to include planning, prioritizing, and scheduling assigned inspections, maintaining inspection logs, and maintaining related records.
• Responds to questions, complaints, and/or requests for information from the general public, contractors, developers, and other citizens. Explains and interprets specifications and related standards.
• Monitors progress of construction projects. Reviews constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of construction activities.
• Participates in project audits with Georgia Department of Transportation.
• Prepares as built plans and documentation of the projects.
• Assists with the operation of various maintenance management programs in the Public Works Division.
• Assists with the post construction review of projects to ensure appropriate documentation and data is retained in databases.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree; supplemented by five (5) years of experience performing maintenance and construction work; OR High School Diploma, GED and or vocational training program in construction related technical field; five (5) years of experience in roadway construction inspections; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Must obtain within six (6) months of employment and maintain a level 1B Certification for Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control and Work Zone Safety Certification.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Ability to operate personal computer and standard office equipment and various software applications including email and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of basic math including decimals, percentages, and fractions
• Knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, construction symbols and terminology
• Knowledge of construction processes, materials, methods, and tools
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and protocols
• Knowledge of municipal Public Works operations
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and orally with co-workers, citizens, state, and local officials