Engineering Inspector (City of Pembroke Pines Engineering Department)

Facility Contract Services – Pembroke Pines, FL

Job Description

Facility Contract Services is a Florida based contract services company, responsible for the employment and management of personnel for municipal clients. Facility Contract Services is currently seeking dynamic and goal-driven employees for the City of Pembroke Pines Public Services/Engineering Department. Employees that are motivated to take on today’s greatest challenges and rewards in the field of local public service and who are passionate about making a difference in local government.

This exciting opportunity in the City of Pembroke Pines offers excellent compensation and benefits including health insurance and 401(k) with a Company match.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Engineering Inspector and City Engineer, the Engineering Inspector is responsible for performing engineering inspections of public works and private projects to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications. Work is performed independently and requires technical discretion and judgment. Responsibilities include engineering inspections of new home developments, roads, and utility infrastructure. Work is reviewed through observation and written reports for adherence to established policies and procedures.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Inspects streets, drainage systems, waterways, underground utilities, parking areas, sidewalks, and municipal facilities; ensures conformance with approved plans and specifications; checks materials used.
• Prepares inspection reports; maintains inspection logs; checks existing permits.
• Assists with water and wastewater line breaks; locates valves and mains during extreme emergencies.
• Witnesses pressure testing of force and water mains; witnesses’ chlorination of water lines, and the collection of bacteriological water samples.
• Determines alignment, grade and compaction of fill; orders field and laboratory tests; performs field measurements; prepares and maintains related records, reports, and inspections.
• Answers telephone or in-person inquiries regarding inspections and code compliance; investigates and resolves complaints.
• Confers with and advises the general public, City departments, and contractors concerning problems associated with construction projects.
• Investigates complaints relating to flooding sidewalks, encroachments to the public right-of-way and poor road conditions.
• Monitors City and private construction projects

Requirements

Training and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by two (2) years’ experience in an engineering related field. Must be certified as an Engineering Inspector or Engineering Contractor by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of the terminology, techniques, and practices used in various types of construction and of the stages in the construction process when defects may be observed or corrected.

• Knowledge of possible defects in construction materials and of effective corrective measures.

• Knowledge of the types of tests performed on construction materials and their application.

• Knowledge of the codes, regulations and specifications relating to public works construction.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications and to recognize deviations from such plans in the construction process.

• Knowledge of the basic principles, practices and methods of Civil Engineering.

• Knowledge of modern developments, current literature and sources of information in the field of utilities inspection and construction.

• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.

• Ability to make technical inspections and to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, contractors and the public.

• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

BENEFITS:

One of the many advantages of working with the Vesta Property Services family of companies are the great benefits that we offer to you and your eligible dependents. We offer benefits that foster the health and well-being of you and your family such as medical, dental and vision coverage along with programs to enhance your financial security such as disability, life insurance and a 401 (k) retirement plan just to name a few. Benefits are offered to full-time employees (30+ hours per week).

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Facility Contract Services has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment consistent with the standards of the community in which the company operates. Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Facility Contract Services employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Facility Contract Services is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.

OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED

The above statements reflect the general information considered necessary to descript the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.'
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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