Land Development Inspector - CareerLadder Group

POLK_BoCC_Career Site

Bartow, FL

LAND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION - LAND DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR I, II, III, IV - 1 POSITION AVAILABLE

$21.32hr - $28.56hr. (salary range)
NON-EXEMPT

Employee Benefits

Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
FRS Retirement
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Education Incentives
Deferred Compensation Plan
Wellness Incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Gym
Free Employee Health Clinic

LAND DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR I

PG 12 NON-EXEMPT

$21.32hr/$44,345.60 Annually

LAND DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR II

PG 14 NON-EXEMPT

$23.49hr/$48,859.20 Annually (Non-Exempt)

LAND DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR III

PG 16 NON-EXEMPT

$25.91hr/$53,892.80 Annually (Non-Exempt)

LAND DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR IV

PG 18 NON-EXEMPT

$28.56hr/$59,404.80 Annually (Non-Exempt)

Must have the physical, developmental, and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below.

MAJOR FUNCTION

Performs utility (water; wastewater; reclaimed water), roadway, pavement, culvert, drainage system, and related site development construction inspections to ensure compliance with the approved construction plans, specifications, and related permits.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

Interprets design plans and specifications. Observes construction activity and inspects workmanship, materials, and techniques to ensure compliance. Activities shall include but not be limited to:

Inspection of installation of underground utility lines
Backfill and compaction; Soil density testing
Inspection of storm sewer and surface water management facilities
Site grading, soil stabilization/erosion prevention
Proper pavement construction including depths, materials, installation, mix and temperature testing for asphalt pavements
Verifies material quantities and product types
Inspection of lift station, water plant, and wastewater plant construction
Installation of signage and traffic control devices
Makes record of project progress

Interacts with contractors, consultants, and other related parties. Identifies project issues and coordinates with Supervisor regarding resolutions. Checks and verifies contractor’s pay requests, as applicable. Makes recommendations to Supervisor regarding final release of projects at completion of construction. Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Familiarity with the FDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, the Polk County Land Development Code, the Polk County Utilities Code, Maintenance of Traffic and safety in work zones. Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques and instruments used in testing of materials and utility systems. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, consultants, engineers, developers, contractors, agency officials, and the public. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, both manually and using computing devices. Ability to make construction estimates, read and interpret civil engineering plans, specifications, maps, and surveys. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work of assigned personnel. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Ability to walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand, crouch, and kneel. Ability to lift, push, pull, materials and/or equipment that may weigh up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Ability to operate motorized vehicles for long periods of time. Ability to distinguish colors and shapes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Land Development Inspector I

Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of two (2) years of roadway/highway, water/wastewater or site development project construction or inspection experience. Two (2) certifications, as identified on the Certifications List below under Special Requirements may substitute for (1) year of required field experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a Florida driver’s license at the time of employment.

Land Development Inspector II

Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of four (4) years of roadway/highway, water/wastewater or site development project construction or inspection experience. Two (2) certifications, as identified on the Certifications List below under Special Requirements may substitute for (1) year of required field experience. They must be different than those used to meet and acquire Inspector I qualifications, if applicable. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a Florida driver’s license at the time of employment.

Land Development Inspector III

Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of six (6) years of roadway/highway, water/wastewater or site development project construction or inspection experience on projects of significant size or complexity. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a Florida driver’s license at the time of employment.

Land Development Inspector IV

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and at least seven (7) years of experience in roadway/highway, water/wastewater, or site development project construction or inspection. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at time of employment.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Land Development Inspector I

Must obtain Certification on Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) within 6 months of time of employment. Must obtain FDOT Certification for Plans Reading and Sediment and Erosion Control “Qualified Stormwater Inspector” within 24 months from beginning of employment. The certifications listed below are not required at the time of employment.

Land Development Inspector II

Must possess all Special Requirements mandatory for an Inspector I and two (2) additional certifications from Certifications List below. They must be different than those used to meet and acquire Inspector I experience qualifications, if applicable. Must obtain four (4) additional certifications from Certifications List below within 24 months of beginning employment as an Inspector II. Must have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment a Level 3 Water Distribution Operator certification.

Land Development Inspector III

Must possess all Special Requirements mandatory for an Inspector II and six (6) additional certifications from Certifications List below. Must obtain four (4) additional certifications from Certifications List below within 24 months of beginning employment as an Inspector III.

Land Development Inspector IV

Must possess all Special Requirements mandatory for an Inspector III and must hold the following:

• Certification in Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)

• FDOT Certification for Plans Reading

• Sediment and Erosion Control “Qualified Stormwater Inspector”

• Level 3 Water Distribution Operator Certification

• At least eleven (11) certifications from the approved list in the Special Requirements section (or comparable equivalents)

*Two (2) additional certifications from the list may substitute for one (1) year of required field experience, provided they differ from those used to meet the minimum Inspector IV qualifications.

Certifications List (Certifications shown with an * require periodic renewal)

ACI Level I (American Concrete Institute) – ASTM C-31, ASTM C-138, ASTM C-143, ASTM C-172, ASTM C-173, ASTM C-231, and ASTM C-1064
Aggregate Field Testing Technician – FDOT*
Earthwork Density Record System – FDOT
Asphalt Paving Inspections, Level I or II – FDOT*
Asphalt Plant Technician – FDOT Section 300*
Back Flow Prevention Assembly Testing
Bridge Sub-Structure Technician – National Bridge Standards
Bridge Underwater Operator – FDOT Section 850-010-011-C
Clearing and Grubbing – FDOT Section 110
Competence on OSHA Safety –OSHA
Concrete Field Testing Technician – FDOT/ACI*
Concrete Strength Technician – FDOT/ACI
Concrete Transportation Construction Inspection – FDOT/ACI
Confined Space Entry – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Construction Math – FDOT
Contract Maintenance Inspection – FDOT
Earthwork Construction Inspections, Level I – FDOT*
Earthwork Construction Inspections, Level II – FDOT*
Final Estimates – FDOT
Hazmat Nuclear Safety Technician (Nuclear Regulatory Board 49 CFR172 Subpart H)
Herbicide Technician I, Aquatic and Highway Application – Dept. of Agriculture
Hot Mix Asphalt Paving & Inspection – FDOT
Limerock Bearing Technician – FDOT
Limerock Bearing Ratio (LBR) Technician – FDOT*
Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Technician Class I, II or III
Miscellaneous Concrete Structures – FDOT
Open Trench Technician – OSHA CFR 29 Part 1926 Subpart D
Pipe Placement Inspection
Portland Cement – FDOT Section 346, 347, 350, 351, 352, or 370
Portland Cement, Concrete Testing, Placement & Control – FDOT
Project Safety Supervisor – OSHA
Roadway Safety Technician – FDOT/OSHA
Roadway Technician (Asphalt in Place )B FDOT Section 300
Sewer Collection, Certification A, B OR C – American Water Works Association(A.W.W.A.)/Florida Pollution Control Association 9FCOA)
Signs and Markings, Level I – FDOT/International Municipal Signal Association(IMSA)*
Signs and Markings , Level II – FDOT/International Municipal Signal Association(IMSA)*
Structures I – FDOT Sections 400 and 500
Structures II – FDOT Sections 400 and 500.1
Structures III – FDOT Sections 400 and 500.2
Sub-Grade and Base Course Inspection – FDOT
Surface Supply Technician (Underwater Bridge Inspection)
42 FR 37668 – Federal Highway Administration (FHA)/ADS (Associated Diving Society)
Troxler Density Technician – FDOT Section 330-11.3.5
Traffic Safety in Work Area – FDOT
Utility Relocation, Clearing and Grubbing – FDOT
Water Distribution, Certification A, B or C – American Water Works Association(A.W.W.A)/Florida Pollution Control Association (FPCOA)
Work Zone Safety Control Technician