Inspector I​/II

At HELIX WATER DISTRICT, we don't just build pipelines - we build a sustainable future. As Inspector I/II, you will be at the heart of our mission to ensure our community has high-quality water. It won't take long for you to see that our inspection and engineering team is a tight-knit group that regularly works together to ensure each project is successful.

We value team members who communicate openly, enjoy collaboration and embrace feedback. This approach allows our projects to flow smoothly and ideas flourish so that we can achieve greatness together.

Not only do we foster an atmosphere of team spirit and open communication, but we are also committed to providing compensation that is equitable and competitive. Whether you are just beginning your journey as an inspector or have years of experience, we have a great opportunity for you.

Inspector I: $40.52 - $51.73/hourly

Inspector II: $46.92 - $59.88/hourly

• 100% employee premiums paid for all health benefits.
• Annual Merit Increases. Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.
• CalPERS membership.
• Deferred Compensation. Up to $3,500 matching on 457 plans.
• 24 annual days of accrued leave. (Increases to 29 after 5 years of service, max 37 annual days of accrued leave)
• 12 paid holidays per year including 2 floating holidays.
• Educational Reimbursement up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment.

Inspector I is the entry-level class and is flexibly staffed with the full journey-level inspector II class. For advancement from inspector I to inspector II, certain proficiency criteria must be met. Typically, proficiency criteria is met within a 12- to 24-month period, depending on an individual’s prior experience and after additional skills and abilities obtained to perform the duties of an inspector II are consistently and competently demonstrated.

Your day will consist of a diverse range of tasks. Although some of your work will require you to be in the office, much of your day will be in the field at various project sites. You will be responsible for inspecting complex, multidisciplinary public works and water construction projects and for integrating plans, details and specifications to ensure construction and contract compliance.

Our inspectors act as a liaison not only between departments within the district, but between city officials, specialty inspectors, consultants and outside contractors. The projects you work on will include capital improvement projects, private development, and outside agency construction projects. The work you will typically see involves pipeline projects, reservoirs, pump stations, treatment plants, tanks, vertical construction, and modification projects.

The level of success on a project is highly dependent on our Inspectors’ ability to coordinate and manage project field activities, develop effective working relationships, communicate effectively, and develop and maintain accurate and timely project documentation. When issues arise, our Inspectors resolve conflicts with contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders using sound judgment and effective communication. As the projects progress, our Inspectors verify completed work, certificates and compliance.

It will be up to you as an Inspector to review materials, interpret survey data to verify alignment, and conduct final inspections and warranty assessments. Our inspectors coordinate necessary shutdowns, whether scheduled or emergency, to prepare pipeline activation flushing and sampling plans to ensure water quality standards are met.

To see the full job description for the Inspector I/II position, visit our Careers page at  There you will find detailed information about the responsibilities, qualifications and expectations for this role.

Qualified candidates for the Inspector I/II position will have an education experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED;…