Project Inspector I

Employment Type Full Time Job Summary The City of Olathe is seeking a Project Inspector to perform engineering duties and technical inspection of streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains and other city infrastructure in a growing community. We are looking for someone who has experience with civil engineering related projects. The City of Olathe is Future Ready, using the City's 2040 Strategic Plan as a roadmap to successfully address tomorrow's challenges in resilient, innovative and collaborative ways. At the City of Olathe, we’re “Setting the Standard for Excellence in Public Service,” both for our residents and our employees. It’s at the Core of our Vision, Values and Mission and is the basis for our organizational culture. We’re looking for employees who share our values of integrity, learning, customer service, and more. As on of the fastest growing cities in the region, we strive to find innovative, engaged employees who are excited to help shape the future of our great City. To learn more about our Vision, Values, and Mission, as well as, our Leadership Philosophy, visit the Employment page on our website and click on Vision, Values, and Mission. Pay Range $21.66 - $32.49 Additional information: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Job will be posted until filled. For more information about the City of Olathe's benefits, visit the Employment page on our website and click on the Benefits link. For more details, review the full job details and requirements below. For more details, review the full job details and requirements below. Review project plans ensuring conformance with city specifications, standards, and policies. Provide project inspections, commercial and residential permit inspections, and work within the right-of-way inspections ensuring conformance with city specifications, standards, and policies. Inspect and monitor items related to site grading, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, waterlines, street construction and a variety of other construction activities. Perform necessary testing for streets, waterlines, and sanitary sewers, including nuclear density tests for subgrades and asphalt pavement. Maintain acceptable project documentation and filing practices. Respond to citizen complaints and inquiries in a professional manner. Assist with snow removal operations as needed. Other duties as assigned. Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, material testing, or construction experience on public improvement projects preferred. Education: High school diploma required. College level coursework in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain the following certifications within one year: IMSA Work Zone Safety, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Nuclear Density Gauge Safety. Must have a valid driver’s license. Supervised by: Project Inspection Supervisor Supervises: N/A. The City of Olathe consistently ranks as one of the best places to work, live and raise a family. That didn’t happen by accident. It happened because thousands of dedicated City employees work each day to make life better in our community. “Setting the standard for excellence in public service” is not just a saying in Olathe. It is what we do. Olathe’s quality of life is second to none, and we believe our employees deserve the same. The City of Olathe values and fosters an innovative, diverse, and inclusive culture. We offer competitive pay, health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement. Employees can take advantage of the all-encompassing LiveWell wellness program to help them be their best selves—mentally, physically, socially, and financially. The City of Olathe champions continuous training and development for employees at all levels. It is our belief that if our employees continue to grow and be successful, both personally and professionally, then the City will serve our residents in the best ways possible. If you’re looking for a career where you can serve others, make a difference, and grow, then your path starts here.

Salary : $22 - $32