The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
As part of our team, you will inspect and observe construction activities within the City Right-of-Way (ROW). This includes assignments for Capital construction projects, Private Development and ROW permits. Projects typically include installation and replacement of public infrastructure such as roads, driveways, curb ramps, sidewalks, streetscape, storm drainage and utility relocations. ROW inspection includes oversight of other utility company construction (water & sewer & telecom), utility street cuts, driveways, and use of the sidewalk or roadway.
This position is directed to ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications, city technical standards, permits, traffic control, construction safety and related codes and policies. This is accomplished by driving to multiple construction sites, reviewing construction plans, communicating with project managers and contractors, attending project meetings, scheduling construction activities and tests and verifying progress/quantity of construction. Other duties include performing miscellaneous inspection activities, coordinating materials testing, preparing estimates, and assisting contractors with technical solutions.
Typical Tasks
- Inspects a variety of construction sites and projects by checking on work activities of contractors onsite, providing information on city technical standards and procedures; addressing complaints and technical problems; attending pre-construction and job meetings; coordinating inspection activities; and maintaining records of inspection and construction activities utilizing several office computer programs and electronic field devices.
- For City projects, this position will oversee daily construction activities while verifying monthly progress by reviewing payments, taking measurements, creating reports, presenting quantities to the manager, and emailing correspondence to contractors.
- Understanding and applying city protocols while observing construction practices and providing feedback to contractors, project managers, engineers, City departments, and the public. Understanding and utilizing NCDOT construction methods.
- Performs quality control of materials by monitoring deliveries and field technician duties (soil, asphalt, and concrete) when inspecting roadway construction and pavement operations, and concrete placement. This includes the identification of materials, coordinating, retrieval, and testing of samples, inputting data, and keeping records.
Qualifications
Formal Education
Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two-year associate's degree, diploma, or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.
Experience
Minimum one year
Other Requirements
Valid Class C Driver's License
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Exerting 50-100 lbs occassionally; 10-25 lbs frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Working Conditions
This position generally requires driving a vehicle to multiple jobsites, walking frequently, and work in an office setting.
Our Core Values
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What We Offer
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department.
All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement
- NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
- Deferred Compensation – The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):
- Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
- Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.**
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
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I understand that for my application to be considered, I must thoroughly complete the work experience and education portions of the application form to demonstrate my qualifications for this job. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
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How many years of experience do you have performing civil construction inspections, involving a combination of asphalt, utility piping and concrete?
- I have no experience
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
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Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
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Do you currently hold any FEMA Emergency Certifications? If so, please list the certifications below.
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Do you have a valid Drivers License?
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Vocational/Technical Training or Certificate
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None - N/A
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Do you understand that if hired, you must be willing to work an occasional night or weekend?
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The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
