Transportation Inspector - Permits

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
2901 West Durango Street (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2025
Posting Date 03/31/25 Application Deadline 04/07/25 Pay Range $26.00 - $44.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About the Position Are you experienced in civil/roadway construction methods? Do you have a passion for the highest quality end product? Consider the Transportation Inspector - Permits as your next career step. The Transportation Inspector - Permits performs inspections on construction projects taking place in the MCDOT right-of-way. Additionally, this position protects the interests of the County and its taxpayers by ensuring a quality construction product that will limit premature maintenance and future safety hazards. This position will interface with contractors, engineers, land developers, and property owners throughout the entire development process. About Us We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience as an inspector; Or Two years of experience in an engineering or construction field, including surveying, drainage inspecting, hydrology, plan reviewing/examination, and interpretation High school diploma or GED A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire We Also Value Associate's degree or higher in Engineering or a closely related field Experience in utility construction, bridge construction, plan review, reading construction plans, and geotechnical work National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) (Highway Construction Inspection or Materials Testing) American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Grade 1 American Public Works Association (APWA) Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) Arizona Technical Testing Institute Certifications (ATTI) Job Contributions Assure permitted projects are completed safely and per approved plans/specifications or approved revisions. Promote and enforce public safety Coordinate all permit activity with contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, survey crews, soils lab, consultants, geotechnical firms, developers, and engineers as construction proceeds Conduct pre-construction conferences, ongoing inspections, and final acceptance inspections of sub-divisions Review plans for accuracy and constructability Review and approve traffic control plans for compliance with MCDOT and MUTCD standards. Also, inspect the job sites for the correct placement of the traffic control devices Compile final test packets and as-builts for release of completed projects to be entered into the County maintenance system Enforce penalties when specifications are not met Issue cease work and encroachment notices for unauthorized, unsafe, or deficient construction. Investigate citizen complaints and mediate a satisfactory resolution Performs other duties as assigned or required Working Conditions Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware Computer, smartphone, smart level, measuring tape, and design specifications Protective equipment required Standard PPE (hard hats, safety vest, safety boots, safety glasses Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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