Construction Inspector I (Civil) - EXAM

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　　Construction Inspector I (Civil) - EXAM

　　Salary

　　$24.37 - $32.22 Hourly

　　Location

　　Varies by position

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Job Number

　　24-1019-C2

　　Department

　　59 Department of Public Service

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　3/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition

　　Under general supervision, inspects a variety of new construction and/or maintenance projects for conformance to plans, drawings, sketches, and specifications; performs related duties as required.

　　Examples of Work

　　(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

　　Inspects and oversees construction of bridges, highways, streets, alleys, structures, sidewalks, handicap ramps, and other types of construction to insure that procedures and materials comply with plans, specifications, and standard drawings;

　　Inspects and oversees installation of utility lines such as water lines, sewer lines, gas lines, and electrical lines and lighting to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and standard drawings;

　　Investigates complaints of broken sidewalks, pot holes in street, and need for repairs to structures; determines property owner's name by checking Court House records; prepares repair notice for mailing to property owner;

　　Inspects sub-grade and base for street work after final grading, concrete and blacktop paving, curb and cutter forms, drain tile installation, and curing methods of concrete;

　　Tests concrete for percentage of entrained air; makes slump cone tests for workability and conducts split tensile strength tests; checks backfill for settlement and paving aggregates for specification standards;

　　Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of structural installations, sanitary wyes, and layouts; measures improved property to make certain that proper charges are assessed;

　　Verifies levels, alignment, and elevation of installations;

　　Inspects final cleanup work;

　　Inspects sanitary and storm sewer construction and repair work; interprets plans and specifications to contractor;

　　Inspects concrete structures such as bridges, sewage pump stations, manholes, regulator chambers, catch basins, headwalls, siphon chambers, pipes, and reinforced steel;

　　Inspects driving of wood piles and tunnels for correct type of liners;

　　Prepares descriptions of water lines after installation; draws up survey plans and water line layouts;

　　Prepares samples of unapproved materials for laboratory testing;

　　Tracks quantities of materials received or used during specified periods;

　　Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities and prepares progress reports; prepares reports of work done;

　　May recommend changes in location and placement of water lines due to existing conditions; performs hydrostatic test of proposed water lines.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Completion of the twelfth school grade and one (1) year of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials in the construction or repair of hard infrastructure (e.g., streets, roadways, bridges, or large parking areas; laying sewer pipe or water lines; street light installation; or water tank construction). Substitution(s): Significant coursework (thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours) in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement. A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth grade completion requirements.

　　Possession of a valid driver’s license.

　　Test/Job Contact Information

　　COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT: The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will beMERGED, according to score, with the names of applicants on the current eligible list. If you are interested in having your name included on the eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

　　The examination process will consist of a computerized exam weighted 100% covering reading comprehension, mathematics, logic/reasoning/problem sensitivity, public relations, construction knowledge, reading maps/plans/specifications, safety, Outlook 2016 and Windows 10.

　　The exam is expected to be administered in late March. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

　　All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

　　The certification process will be: Fixed Band

　　The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

　　The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

　　Medical

　　Dental

　　Vision

　　Short-term Disability

　　Life Insurance

　　Wellness Program

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

　　01

　　Do you have a valid driver's license?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Have you completed the twelfth school grade, possess a high school diploma, or possess a GED?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Select the statement below that best describes your college education in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field:

　　I have at least thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter college credit hours in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

　　I have less than thirty (30) semester hours in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

　　04

　　Did you attach official documentation of your education to this application? "Official documentation" is defined as a copy of an official transcript or copy of a diploma that shows your major. You MUST attach official documentation to the application to receive credit for education.

　　Yes

　　No, I meet the minimum qualifications through my experience

　　05

　　This job requires that your experience be in the construction or repair of hard infrastructure. "Hard infrastructure" refers to the large physical assets that form the basis for communities to operate. Examples of "hard infrastructure" include: streets, roadways, bridges, large parking areas, sewer pipe, water lines, street lights (poles), water tanks, electric power generation equipment, electric power lines/poles, and railroad tracks. Examples of things that are NOT considered "hard infrastructure" include: residential/commercial buildings, utility line locating, HVAC, and home/business cable installation/repair.

　　I have one (1) or more years of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials of hard infrastructure.

　　I have less than one (1) year of experience in the construction, inspection, or field testing of materials of hard infrastructure.

　　06

　　Please list the Hard Infrastructure you have experience with, and the employer through which you gained that experience.

　　07

　　Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

　　o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

　　o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Columbus

　　Address

　　77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

　　Columbus, Ohio, 43215

　　Phone

　　(614) 645-8300

　　Website

　　http://www.columbus.gov/civilservice

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