Water Infrastructure Construction Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Perform construction inspections on GHID sanitary sewer and culinary water lines, laterals, and services; complete Blue Stakes locates by accurately marking GHID water and sewer infrastructure to protect critical assets; create and maintain detailed project documentation; regularly communicate with contractors and provide approvals and testing when required; perform GPS data collection; and assist with other Engineering Department responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Inspection of GHID residential and commercial culinary water and sanitary sewer mainlines, services, laterals, and appurtenances to confirm that all District and local regulatory requirements have been met, including any and all testing requirements.

2. Provide documentation of inspections utilizing asset management tools (Cityworks) incorporating pictures, videos, drawings, sketches, etc. Prepare proper documentation for project closeout, including all necessary punch-lists and letters.

3. Complete Blue Stakes requests by accurately marking GHID water and sewer infrastructure.

4. Perform thorough and accurate survey studies by GPS for new design work, "As Constructed" records, and the GHID GIS as directed by Engineering Management. Collects and keeps record of accurate "As Constructed" measurements, valve and manhole ties. Responsible for coordinating with GIS Specialist to incorporate the data into GHID database.

5. Conduct pre-construction meetings for all new projects with developers, contractors, and state and city agencies. Provide information regarding GHID requirements, specifications, bond information, insurance, and fees. Regularly communicate and coordinate with contractors and developers on inspections.

6. Coordinate, properly notify customers, and perform mainline shutdowns for contractors and GHID.

General Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The requirements of this position provide that the employee work in a safety sensitive manner and should carry out his/her duties as such.

Prior Work Experience: At least four years of construction related experience required. Water and wastewater line experience required.

Education and Training: Technical training in construction management or equivalent preferred. High School Diploma required.

Licenses, Certifications, Etc.:

1-Utah Water Distribution Grade 4 Certification required.

2-Utah Wastewater Collection Grade 4 Certification required (or able to obtain within 12 months of receiving the position).

3-Valid Utah driver's license.

Background Knowledge:

1. Requires a working knowledge of advanced technical procedures for the industry including pipe networks, pipeline design, hydraulic systems, survey practices, traffic control, and industry standard construction practices.
2. Requires an advanced knowledge of the District's products and services; basic knowledge of operating policies and procedures.

Overall Effort and Work Location:

1. Has frequent contact with contractors, other utility agencies, and District customers.
2. Must be able to withstand regular periods of moderate physical or mental activity.
3. Must be able to work a predictable and consistent schedule. Occasional overtime may be required. Minimal travel for trainings and other meetings.

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