Wastewater Construction Management III - Mechanical Inspector

Summary

About the Role:
We are excited to introduce the Construction Management III (Mechanical Inspector) position within the King County Wastewater Treatment Division. This position may also provide inspection services across the Wastewater Treatment Division which has facilities across King County and within portions of Snohomish and Pierce Counties.

This role will inspect mechanical construction activities, including the installation of pumps, piping, and all mechanical appurtenances found in a wastewater treatment plant or pump station. The successful candidate can recognize correct work and safe work and coordinate construction activities well with the team.

About the Team:
The Wastewater Treatment Division's Brightwater Construction office inspects and documents mechanical construction in an industrial environment. We ensure work is performed safely, correctly, and in compliance with drawings and specifications. The candidate will be part of a team that prides itself in ensuring proper upgrades to our aging infrastructure to keep wastewater flowing as designed and keeps the environment safe .

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial, and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial, and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Construction Management III - Mechanical Inspector , you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.

Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:

• Review submittals and shop drawings from contractors and subcontractors for conformance with contract plans and specifications.
• Ensure that construction is in compliance with contract plans and specifications.
• Prepare field notes and submit daily written reports regarding the projects in progress. Prepare other written reports as requested.
• Assist in contractual change order preparations and negotiations. Interpret construction schedules for progress impacts and slippage. Provide input as required for contract dispute resolution.
• Review and interpret engineering design drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with acceptable construction methods and wastewater treatment requirements. Provide written comments to the project team during the design review process.
• Monitor the work performance of contractors and assist in the review of progress payment applications

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:

• Two (2) years of technical school training in civil engineering or a related technical field and four (4) years of progressively responsible construction inspection or sub-professional engineering experience is required; Or six years of progressively responsible construction inspection or responsible engineering experience is required preferably in the fields of construction inspection; Or three years of experience as a Wastewater Construction Management II is required.
• Knowledge of the construction of mechanical and structural facilities, especially as applied to wastewater treatment or heavy industrial facilities.
• Experience managing construction activities in operational environments and knowledge of hazards and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications as applied to wastewater treatment facilities and large conveyance systems.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods, emphasizing on mechanical and conveyance system installations.
• Ability to inspect materials and workmanship and recognize deficiencies and omissions requiring correction.
• Knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, specifications, and standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally.

Competencies You Bring:

• Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable for meeting requirements of contracts, codes, and permits.
• Manages Conflict - Handles conflict situations effectively and follows up with the team.
• Communicates Effectively - Delivers communications clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Decision Quality - Makes good and quality decisions even without all the information available at the time.
• Courage - Steps up to address difficult situations and doesn't allow the loudest voice in the room to prevail.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Washington State Driver's License

It Would Also Be Great If You Bring:

• Experience working in active treatment plants and pump stations. Familiarity with setting large pumps.
• Additional academic or vocational courses in civil, general, electrical or mechanical engineering; electrical, mechanical and construction code requirements, or building construction is desirable.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions

• Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA 98072, and other locations across King County.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime-eligible
• Union Representation: T his position is represented by King County Technical Employees' Association (TEA) bargaining unit.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted)
• Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)

Note: Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Rodney O. Dungo
HR Analyst
rdungo@kingcounty.gov

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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

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