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Construction Inspector LDI

Job Details:

  • Permits & Inspections
  • Washington County
Deadline: 05/28/2026 04:00 PM

Job Description:

Washington County offers a full compensation package that reflects how much we value our employees. Please take a look at what you can expect to earn during your first year as a full time Employee with Washington County Government:

  • Sixty (60) Paid Personal Hours
  • Eighty (80) Paid Vacation Hours
  • Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays
  • One Hundred & Twenty (120) Paid Sick Hours
  • County and Employee funded Healthcare including Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • County Paid Employee Assistance Plan
  • County Paid Life Insurance
  • County Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • County Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
  • County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Up to $2,500.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  • County and Employee funded Defined Pension Plan
    • Vested in just five (5) years.
    • Credit for Prior Active Military Service and Unused Paid Sick Days.
  • An annual salary of $57,158 starting…

If our Construction Inspector LDI compensation package interests you, please continue reading through our job posting to learn more about the position’s duties, responsibilities, perquisites, etc. and apply online today.

JOB TITLE:Construction Inspector LDIGRADE11
DEPARTMENT:Division of Permits & InspectionsFLSA STATUS:Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO:Chief Site Inspector  
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs intermediate technical work inspecting or overseeing inspection of public and private projects during construction to assure compliance with approved plans and specifications, receives and responds to citizen inquiries, conducts field investigations related to service requests and private development work. Responsible for the maintenance of surety, grading, and other records for developed infrastructure. Direction is provided by The chief site inspector

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

  1. Inspects private land development projects, including, yet not limited to, roads, bridges, buildings, drainage systems.
  2. Acts as the County’s single representative on site, to ensure project activities and conditions are in compliance with approved plans and specifications.
  3. Documents and promptly reports actions and/or substitutions not in accordance with the plans and/or specifications to the Contractor and the County.
  4. Evaluates material testing data and results for compliance with plans and specifications.
  5. Coordinates with County officials, public utilities and other agencies as the project necessitates.
  6. Maintains project documentation in an organized manner, such as plans, specifications, electronic photographs, spreadsheets, shop drawings, project schedules and other related documents.
  7. Investigates complaints and inquiries related to items such as drainage, flooding, traffic operations/safety, rights-of-way issues and construction activity.
  8. Oversees the construction inspection of stormwater management devices to assure compliance with approved plans and specifications.
  9. Gathers and inputs field data into various software programs used to support both the general stormwater management and NPDES programs.
  10. Performs related tasks as required.
  11. Oversees utility projects within the right of way and required road repairs.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    General knowledge of highway, bridge, utility, storm drain and related types of construction practices and techniques; general knowledge of general principles and practices of civil engineering; general knowledge of material testing procedures; some knowledge of surveying techniques and practices; ability to check elevations and as-built measurements using basic surveying equipment; some knowledge of applicable codes, material and construction specifications; ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications; ability to secure compliance and cooperation of construction contractors; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, associates and the general public; Microsoft office software experience desirable.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma AND two (2) years of college with major course work in engineering, architecture or code enforcement OR five (5) years of construction related experience.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

    Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain State of Maryland Erosion and Sediment Certification; Flagger Certification; Basic First Aid and CPR, MARTCP and Asphalt Field Technician Certification or obtain within 12 months of date of hire.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks . Revised: 07/2016, 2/2019

    Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V.

    DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES:

    Thursday, May 28th, 2026 @ 4:00 PM

    Ready to get started? Apply for the Construction Inspector LDI position now!

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