Job Description
Public Works Plans Examiner/ Inspector- Senior is listed by City of SeaTac. The City of SeaTac is hiring a Experienced Public Performs Blueprints Examiner/Inspector to independently run inspection functions and examine task schemes for capital improvement projects.
You’ll confirm constructability and compliance with federal, state, and area conditions. This role is ideal for experienced public works professionals who can coordinate with town departments, other agencies, and the public, and who can give guidance to junior inspectors.
Based at SeaTac Metro Hall, you’ll matters in protecting the city's infrastructure and public safety.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $95,689 - $122,489 per year.
Qualification
You must have experience in public functions inspection and strategy assess, with the ability to independently administer inspections and make sure compliance with construction standards. The Experienced Public Works Inspector role demands a higher level of expertise than the normal Inspector role.
- Expertise in public operates construction inspection and blueprint evaluate.
- Understanding of federal, state, and nearby construction codes and standards.
- Capacity to review and comment on venture plans and specifications for capital improvement projects.
- Competence in coordinating construction activities with town departments, other agencies, confidential utilities, and the public.
- Background investigating and resolving complicated complaints related to public performs.
- Aptitude to offer guidance and training to staff in the Public Functions Inspector post.
- Legitimate driver's license and capacity to travel to position sites.
- Certification as a Public Operates Inspector (e.g., WSDOT or equivalent) preferred.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Independently administer and run all called for inspection functions for capital improvement projects.
- Examine and comment on task blueprints and specifications to assure constructability and compliance.
- Assess products and materials handed in for projects to assure compliance with contract specifications and standards.
- Arrange construction activities with city departments, other agencies, personal utilities, and the general public.
- Carry out scheme evaluate of commercial and residential development projects and franchise utility projects.
- Run Public Performs related construction inspections for commercial and residential development projects.
- Supply guidance and training as needed to team in the Public Works Inspector role.
- Investigate and resolve involved complaints.
- Recognize and alleviate threats to the City’s infrastructure or to public safety.
Conditions & Requirements
- Must be capable to perform full-time (40 hours per week).
- Must have a sound Washington State driver's license.
- Must pass a background review.
- Must be fit to function in various weather conditions and on construction sites.
- May demand to operate occasional overtime or weekends for project deadlines.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Submission review to verify minimum qualifications.
- Supplemental questionnaire assessment.
- Oral interview (may contain useful exercise).
- Reference and background verify.
- Concluding picking and job provide.
Required Documents
- Completed online submission.
- Wrapped up supplemental questionnaire.
- Resume (optional but recommended).
- Include letter (optional but recommended).
- Copies of related certifications (e.g., WSDOT inspection certifications).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) membership.
- Paid vacation, sick exit, and holidays.
- Deferred compensation strategy alternatives.
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
How to Apply
- To put in, stop by the City of SeaTac's path portal on the authorized application portal. Generate or to your applicant account. Wrap up the online application and all supplemental questions. Attach your resume, span letter, and any relevant certifications. Review your submission for accuracy and send in before the closing date of July 29, 2026.
Additional Information
- This role is represented by a labor union (Teamsters Area 117).
- The City of SeaTac is an Matching Prospect Employer.
- Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The role give is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background inspect.
- New hires are subject to a probationary period.
- For questions, contact the Human References Department at (206) 973-4680.
About Company
The City of SeaTac is a municipal state serving about 30,000 residents in King County, Washington. It runs a complete variety of public offerings covering public functions, police, parks, and community development.
This Experienced Public Operates Inspector role is critical to making sure that the metro's infrastructure projects meet safety and caliber standards. SeaTac presents a collaborative perform environment with competitive upsides and opportunities for professional growth.
City of SeaTac is named as the hiring organization for the Public Works Plans Examiner/ Inspector- Senior post.
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