Job Description

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Infrastructure Inspector

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $67,228.51 - 82,353.86

WORK LOCATION: 105-B Upchurch Street, Apex, NC 27502 USA

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm

POSTING CLOSING DATE: October 6, 2026 at 5pm

Are you committed to safeguarding the quality, reliability, and future sustainability of public infrastructure? The Town of Apex is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Inspector to lead policy-setting efforts, oversee complex work, and ensure top‑tier quality control of Contractor and Developer‑installed utilities before they become Town‑maintained assets

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT:

An employee in this position interprets and enforces construction codes through inspections of infrastructure for residential and commercial developments. Inspects water and sewer lines, streets, driveways, sidewalks, curb and gutter, storm drainage, and stormwater control measures devices and related items. Reviews construction plans, meets with contractors to review specifications and requirements, inspects construction in progress and upon completion for adherence to approved plans and specifications. This position also oversees chlorination of new water lines, of concrete, and GPS locating and mapping. This position reports to the Infrastructure Inspections Manager. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Inspects construction work in progress and upon completion for quality of work and adherence to approved plans and specifications; checks for proper grade and materials; takes samples of soils and materials and has compaction, density and other test performed.
• Reviews plans and construction drawings for proper location of valves, hydrants, laterals, manholes, water and sewer lines, stormwater control measures, riser structures, spillway pipes through dams and other appurtenances; reviews plans for adherence to adopted engineering specifications such as depth, minimum separation of utilities, locations, materials, and construction methods.
• Oversees pressure testing of sewers and vacuum testing of sewer manholes.
• Oversees chlorination of lines by contractors; coordinates collection of water samples; oversees pressure testing of water lines; locates connection point into system for contractors.
• Meets with contractors, engineers, owners, project managers and architects and reviews and explains construction requirements; answers questions; attends and participates in pre-construction meetings to explain Town standards and common practices.
• Completes field inspections of Town-owned projects to enforce Local and State laws, ordinances and standards; notifies other departments of construction issues; keeps detailed records of projects.
• Maintains log and records work activities and field findings; insures that as-builts are submitted upon completion of project; indicates recommendation for acceptance of new lines and systems; completes chlorination reports, using the BlueBeam program.
• Answers public inquiries and complaints concerning streets, driveways, stormwater, grading and water and sewer projects.
• Conducts inspection and QA/QC, of third party (CCTV) closed circuit video of sewer mainline, sewer service lateral and storm drain pipes.

WHAT SETS YOU UP FOR SUCCCESS:

Associate’s Degree and a minimum of one (1) year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

Special preference given to candidates that have taken classes and passed exams in all of the following inspection areas: concrete, asphalt, water, and sewer.

Hiring Managers will consider applicants for Infrastructure Inspector II (Senior level) if the incumbent meets the criteria for that level.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 84,000 and has been ranked as one of Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 740 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

BENEFITS THAT SUPPORT YOU:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

· Free or low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

· 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

· Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)

· Traditional sick and vacation leave

· 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year

· $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

· 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

· 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave

· Bereavement leave

· 13 paid holidays

· Longevity pay

· Tuition assistance

· Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.