Job Description

Posting number: 26-00243

Department: Engineering Services

Division: Public Works Inspections

Job classification: Public Works Inspector II

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Public Works

This requisition expires on September 17, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for the inspections of public improvement construction of streets, utilities, sidewalks, and drainage for compliance with local, state, and federal code, regulations, and specifications. Inspecting and policing construction activities within all city right of ways and the inspection of certain private improvements.

Examples of duties

Essential Functions:

• Inspects and observes construction activities on a daily basis
• Assist in providing input during pre-design and at pre-construction meetings
• Compiles necessary documents and creates project construction files
• Assists in monitoring administrative activities prior to active construction
• Inspects and compares material deliveries to approved materials list and submittals and works with other inspectors to handle any material issues.
• Inspects and compares trench safety means and methods to approved plan
• Inspects for proper survey and staking
• Reviews traffic control plans and coordinates lane and road closures for the street construction report and works with other inspectors to handle any material issues.
• Assists in the coordination of in-house crews for taps and tie in points
• Coordinates with Watershed Protection on inspection and enforces erosion control measures at construction sites during construction
• Coordinates and schedules requested inspections
• Performs and monitors the testing of construction materials and works with other inspectors to handle any issues.
• Collects and conveys information for approval of needed changes to approved project plans
• Obtains proper documentation associated with all changes
• Processes and tracks monthly estimates on capital improvements projects
• Compiles and maintains detailed project records including daily reports and other documentation as needed
• Responds to citizens' concerns as they relate to construction sites and right of ways
• Inspects construction methods and right-of-way restoration of in-house and franchise utility crews.
• Inspects materials and methods of the construction associated with private parking lots.

• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Three years'' experience related to the civil engineering field (i.e. drafting, surveying, utility construction, or construction technology)

OR

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One year of college/trade school related to drafting, surveying, utility construction, or related technical curriculum
• Three years of experience related to the civil engineering field (i.e. drafting, surveying, utility construction, or construction technology)

OR

• Any combination of education, experience, and/or certifications that will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to be an effective Public Works Inspector II

Core Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
• Proficient skill in reading and understanding engineering plans and specifications
• Thorough knowledge of construction standards and specifications
• Working knowledge of applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniques
• Ability to manage time and schedule daily activities
• Ability to operate and maintain a motor vehicle
• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook

Preferences:

• Preference will be given to candidates with following experience:
  • Prior public works inspection experience
  • Candidates with an academic curriculum in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or engineering technology.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English

Conditions of Employment:

• Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work some overtime when required
• Must attend and successfully complete the City's Defensive Driving Course (DDC) as soon as possible after employment (if required to drive City vehicle or personal vehicle for City business)

Supplemental information

Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands The bold and italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
• Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
• Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
• Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for how often
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)

Task Code:

1. Standing: M
2. Sitting: M
3. Walking: E
4. Lifting: I
5. Carrying: I
6. Pushing/Pulling: A
7. Overhead Work: A
8. Fine Dexterity: I
9. Kneeling: I
10. Crouching: I
11. Crawling: A
12. Bending: I
13. Twisting: I
14. Climbing: A
15. Balancing: E
16. Vision: E
17. Hearing: E
18. Talking: E
19. Video Display: E
20. Other:

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of computers, calculators, video equipment, tape measures, rulers, levels, chlorine testing kits, valve wrenches, and motor vehicles.

Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed both inside and outside, year-round.

EEO STATEMENT
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.