Construction Inspector I​/II

Overview

JOIN THE CITY OF ORANGE AS A CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR I/II IN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT!

This recruitment is open continuously and can close at any time, without notice. The first review of applications will take place on January 20, 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!

Under direct or general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in inspecting the workmanship and materials used in a variety of public works construction and capital improvement projects of City infrastructure, such as encroachment, grading, landscaping, traffic control, water quality, and public safety; ensures conformance with applicable Federal and State laws, codes, ordinances, plans, specifications, and departmental regulations; and performs related work as required.

Receives direct or general supervision from the Construction Inspection Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May exercise technical and functional direction over and provide training to lower-level staff.

This vacancy may be filled at the Construction Inspector I or II level, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Positions in the Construction Inspector class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

When filled from the outside, the candidate is required to have three (3) years of prior related experience that allows the candidate to meet the qualification standards for the II level.

Construction Inspector I:
Salary range $65,172.00 - $83,580.00 annually. This is the entry-level class in the construction inspection series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic public works construction and/or inspection experience perform work such as maintaining inspection records, performing basic public works construction and capital improvement project inspections, and conducting field observations and inspections. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Construction Inspector II:
Salary range $72,012.00 - $92,340.00 annually. This is the full journey-level class in the construction inspection series. Incumbents perform the full range of technical work in all of the following areas: inspecting the workmanship and materials used in a variety of public works projects, ensuring conformance with plans, specifications and departmental regulations, and directing and guiding contractors to achieve quality control and proper use of materials.

Positions at this level are distinguished from the I level by the performance of the full range of duties, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the engineering class series in that the latter is a professional level requiring completion of a four-year degree.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Inspects all phases of a variety of public works, infrastructure, and capital improvement construction projects for conformance with plans, specifications, contract provisions, and safe work practices in accordance with City, County, and State codes; inspects materials for identification; performs routine field tests as needed.

• Reviews plans and specifications of assigned construction projects, including streets, storm drains, curbs, gutters and sidewalks, street and alley pavement and grading, and water and wastewater distribution, collection, and treatment systems installation and repair projects.

• Records amounts of materials used and work performed; prepares necessary reports for progress payments.

• Inspects adjacent properties for damage from construction activity.

• Confers with contractors and developers regarding conformance to standards, plans,…