Engineering Inspector- (WWS Engineering Division)

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Inspects all road construction in the public right-of-way within assigned district; checks grade plan for proposed construction; checks sub-base for bearing and soil types, sub-grade for density, rock base for quality, quantity and finish; checks surface for prime coat and asphaltic concrete; confers with builders and insures that county standards are being adhered to; makes written reports to superior as to progress on a percentage of completion basis.

Inspects and observes the performance of work relating to various utility projects including water/sewer treatment plant, lift stations, pump stations, force mains, sewer mains, water mains and appurtenances.

Coordinates utility shutdowns, tie-ins and documents daily work progress; maintains records of equipment, maintenance and quantities installed for payment in accordance with various contractual specifications.

Assists contractors and engineers in interpreting county plans and specifications on contract work; reviews plans and blueprints; checks layout and grades of structures; checks materials and makes standard field and laboratory tests; prepares weekly progress reports.

Inspects work pertaining to subdivisions for compliance with approved plans and specifications, and minimum requirements of subdivision regulations.

Inspects private utility installations to determine compliance with approved permits and accompanying plans; including telephone, electricity, water, gas lines, and sanitary sewerage and storm sewer piping.

Inspects bridge construction, checks approaches and right-of-way for adherence to construction plans.

Investigates complaints relating to the public right-of-way.

Performs related work as assigned.

Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest.

Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies^©.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers.

County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.