at New Castle County Government in New Castle, Delaware, United States
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Inspects construction and rehabilitation work being
performed on privately funded projects or projects for New Castle County to assure
compliance with all New Castle County Codes and other applicable regulations and
standards relating to construction and site work; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class inspects privately
funded development projects and publicly funded County construction and rehabilitation
projects. Areas of inspection include site grading and drainage, erosion/sediment controls,
storm water management, wastewater installation, park improvement, paving, repair work,
and related areas. Responsibilities include working with contractors, engineers, and
related regulatory agencies. This employee must exercise independent judgement,
initiative, and discretion in problem situations, particularly in the field, must keep abreast
of new technical developments and engineered systems in the construction field and must
attend training courses as required. This employee works under general supervision.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)
• Inspects the installation of wastewater infrastructure for bedding, grade, joint
integrity, proper construction of manholes, and freedom from extraneous debris;
• Inspects ditches and pipes to ensure compliance with plans and specifications;
• Conducts and/or observes acceptance testing of assets being installed, repaired or
rehabilitated;
• Meets with the public to investigate complaints related to projects, inadequate
grading, drainage, sewer and septic systems, and erosion/sediment problems;
• Inspects work being performed under private contractor for New Castle County in
the construction of sanitary sewers, pumping stations, wastewater treatment
plants, parks, stormwater facilities and paving;
• Reports unsatisfactory work or conditions which interfere with the performance of
construction;
• Consults with contractors, engineers, and architects concerning construction
problems;
• Produces inspection reports of all work inspected;
• Prepares and submits special reports as required;
• Follows internal inspection processes and procedures;
• May assist supervisors in making final decisions;
• Makes decisions in the field concerning erosion/sediment controls on the site,
trench conditions, materials and compliance with standards and approved plans;
• Works with engineers to provide input relating to planned erosion and sediment
controls and the feasibility of such controls;
• Works with representatives from the Department of Natural Resources and
Environmental Control in site review of problem areas to enforce compliance with
regulations and refers sites to supervisor as needed to achieve compliance with
applicable codes and regulations;
• Issues notices to contractors/owners in violation of applicable codes and
regulations and posts "stop work" orders on sites in violation of applicable codes
and regulations in accordance with departmental policy;
• Administers and follows up on code violations to ensure correction and
compliance;
• Attends and participates in pre-construction meetings for privately funded
development projects and publicly funded County construction and rehabilitation
projects;
• Coordinates scheduling of final inspections of privately funded development
projects and publicly funded County construction and rehabilitation projects for
acceptance by New Castle County;
• Inspects areas of responsibility for evidence of unpermitted construction activity,
initiates action to achieve conformance with applicable codes, and reports non
conformance to the appropriate supervisor for further action as needed;
• Prepares data on code violations for use in legal cases and testifies in court as
required;
• Maintains current knowledge of technical developments and engineered systems in
the field;
• Maintains records on all quantities of payable items used by contractors to allow for
verified payments to be made to the contractor after submission of a payment
estimate;
• Schedules and attends progress meetings to keep other agencies informed of the
status of the project;
• Attends training courses as required;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures
that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a data processing terminal, personal computer, and other related
equipment in the course of the work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of construction
work; good knowledge of codes and ordinances relating to construction; some knowledge
of modern principles and practices of civil engineering; some knowledge of the principles
of erosion/sediment control, storm water management, and lines and grades; ability to
read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints; ability to communicate
courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to obtain the cooperation of
contractors; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
contractors, engineers, other agencies, and the public; ability to maintain current
knowledge of technical developments in the construction field; ability to maintain accurate
records and prepare related reports; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least three years' experience in a
responsible sub-professional engineering position in highway, heavy construction, or
building work and completion of a standard high school course or GED certificate program;
or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required
knowledge, skills, and abilities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its
equivalent.
