Construction Inspector I
Location: Temple Hills
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
INSPECTOR I POSITION SUMMARY: An Inspector I is responsible for
the inspection and reporting on the construction of new water and
sewer main line installation, new and renewed service lateral
connections, water and sewer relocation, paving replacement, and
landscaping restoration. The Inspector I is responsible for keeping
accurate records of quantities and materials being installed to
ensure proper payment to the contractor. The Inspector I also
ensures that all work is done in accordance with the WSSC contract
documents and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Inspects water and
sewer main line construction, new water and sewer lateral
connection installations, water and sewer lateral connection
renewals, water main rehabilitation including cleaning and lining,
sewer and manhole rehabilitation, paving, sod and landscaping
restoration; - Checks for proper water and sewer tap installations;
- Conducts compaction testing of backfilled soils during and after
completion of the work; - Makes certain that required safety
precautions are taken and proper traffic control is adhered to; -
Schedule water main shutdowns, located and operate valves, perform
chlorination samplings, and other items necessary for the execution
of contract work; - Advises contractors of deviations from the
provisions of the contract and offers assistance to properly
perform work; - Approves materials on-site for proper quality and
reports defects, with the ability and authority to reject materials
and workmanship; - Review and maintain As-Built information
throughout the construction period - Documents contractor's
activities and progress through daily reports, photographs and
record sketches in order to document accurate payment and claim
evaluation; - Performs visual sewer main and manhole final
inspection, oversees sewer air and mandrel testing, televising of
sewer lateral connections, hydrostatic water main testing, and
prepares reports of findings; - Inspects restoration of areas
disturbed during construction; - Distributes notification to
customers impacted by construction activities - Prepares and
transcribes paving and landscaping tickets. OTHER FUNCTIONS: -
Verifies grading and alignment of water mains, sewer lines, and
appurtenances to assure the work is done in accordance with the
requirements of the contract; - Serves as liaison with other
agencies (local, State, Federal), internal WSSC departments, and
contractors regarding construction projects to ensure that proper
notification and procedures are followed depending on jurisdiction;
- Assist contractors with locating main line pipes, laterals
connections, through record review and use of M-scopes or wands; -
Studies and investigates assigned construction project package
(plans, job spec’s, permits, etc.) and reviews findings with the
Contract Manager, Inspector II and/or the project contractor; -
Prepares final house connection and field as-builts for each job
completed; - May serve as the trainer for new inspectors; - May act
as Contract Manager in his/her absence; - May be assigned to work
hours outside of the regularly scheduled work week to accommodate
construction schedules; - Performs other related duties as
assigned. DocuSign Envelope ID:
C1C5A452-6E56-498C-A4C1-2EE8558F4089 In Process REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, & ABILITIES: - Practical knowledge of new pipeline and
rehabilitative construction; - Knowledge of soil compaction methods
and testing; - Knowledge of environmental regulations and traffic
control; - Knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used in
the construction field; - Basic survey line and grade practices; -
Interpret construction plans and drawings; - Prepares accurate
detailed reports of daily project progress; - Computes quantities
of construction materials installed; - Interprets the WSSC Standard
Specification and Standard Details; - Enters confined spaces, work
outdoors in inclement weather, climb in and out of ditches and
other structures under construction, and the ability to lift
objects that weigh up to 50 lbs; - Communicates effectively orally
and in writing and able to work in a team environment; - Basic
knowledge of computer programs, including but not limited to Word,
Excel and Office Outlook; - Familiarity with Erosion and Sediment
Control. - Fluently communicate in English, both orally and in
writing MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - High School
diploma or equivalent and 2 years experience in the inspection of
underground water/sewer pipeline construction or 3 years of
progressively responsible experience in maintenance, construction,
or sub-professional engineering work. Experience should include any
combination of water/sewer construction, sewer main lining, sewer
manhole lining, replacement by excavation and pipe bursting -
Inspector I candidates shall have inspected three (3) or more
water/sewer contracts within the past five (5) years ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS: - Obtain Underground Utility Erosion and Sediment
Control Yellow Card within one year - Obtain MDA SHA Flagger
Certification Card within one year - Obtain MDE Water Sampling
Certification within one year - Successfully pass the Commission’s
security background check - If all three required certifications
are not obtained within one year of hire the employee will be
released. PREFERENCE(S): - Experience using Microsoft Word and
Excel; - 2 years experience as a geotechnician; - 2 years
experience on a survey crew; - Safety training certification in the
following: work zone traffic safety/flagger, excavation/trench,
confined space entry; - ACI certification; - Erosion and Sediment
Control certification - NASSCO Certifications (PACP, MACP, LACP
and/or ITCP) - Water Distribution System Operators Certificate -
MDOT Certified Traffic Control Inspector
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