Construction Inspector II

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR II

The City of Moline, Illinois

SALARY:

• $34.73 - $50.36 Hourly
• $72,239.23 - $104,746.93 Annually
• Non-Negotiable Starting Pay: $34.7304 Hourly / $72,239.23 Annually

SCHEDULE:

• Monday - Friday, 7: 00 AM - 3: 30 PM

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• 3/9/2026, 5: 00 PM Central

WHO ARE WE?

The City of Moline is a welcoming, hard-working community located along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Quad Cities. With a population of just over 42,000, Moline offers the perfect mix of small-town feel and big-city convenience.

As a full-service city, we're here to provide great services, support local growth, and make Moline a great place to live, work, and visit. We're proud of our team and the work we do to keep our city running smoothly.

When you join the City of Moline, you become part of a group that values making a difference in the community. We're all about doing good work and helping each other succeed.

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE:

As a Construction Inspector II with the City of Moline, you'll support the successful delivery of municipal public works projects by applying your technical expertise in surveying, drafting, data collection, material testing, and construction observation. You'll prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports; collect and analyze field data; and identify and document any deviations from approved plans during construction. As a lead on survey crews and assigned projects, you'll coordinate work activities, guide technical staff, and collaborate with engineers, contractors, city departments, and the public to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, and completed to high standards in service of the Moline community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform surveying activities and collect accurate field data, including serving as lead on survey crews.
• Prepare and draft plans, specifications, sketches, and technical drawings for municipal public works projects.
• Provide construction observation to ensure work complies with approved plans, specifications, and standards.
• Identify, document, and report deviations from approved engineering plans during construction.
• Calculate quantities, reduce field notes, and prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
• Conduct and schedule testing of construction materials, both delivered and in place.
• Utilize Auto CAD, GIS software, total station surveying equipment, and other technical tools to complete assigned work.
• Prepare plats, legal descriptions, and other technical or legal documents as required.
• Supervise and coordinate work of assigned technical staff on project-related tasks.
• Conduct traffic engineering studies and assist with related data collection and analysis.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, city departments, property owners, and the public to support project delivery.

Additional Responsibilties

• Assist with special engineering studies or pilot programs as assigned.
• Provide technical support to other departments on public works-related initiatives.
• Participate in training, safety meetings, and professional development activities.
• Support emergency response and infrastructure assessments following severe weather or incidents.
• Assist with updating standards, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Serve as a point of contact for routine public inquiries related to assigned projects.
• Support seasonal or workload-driven priorities across the Public Works Department
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of civil engineering principles and practices related to municipal public works projects.
• Familiarity with land surveying methods, construction standards, and engineering terminology.
• Proficiency in preparing accurate technical drawings, plans, and specifications using Auto CAD and related tools.
• Competence in performing engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates.
• Capability to operate surveying, GIS, drafting, and material testing equipment safely and accurately.
• Capacity to recognize construction deviations and interpret engineering plans and specifications
• Experience leading assigned projects or survey crews and coordinating the work of technical staff.
• Effectiveness in communicating clearly and maintaining productive working relationships with coworkers, contractors, officials, and the public.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, with demonstrated understanding of algebra and trigonometry.
• Five (5) years of experience in municipal public works, engineering support, surveying, construction inspection, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills,and abilities required for the position may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Illinois driver's license or equivalent.
• Certification or licensure related to surveying, engineering technology, materials testing, or construction inspection (preferred, but not required).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires regular physical activity associated with fieldwork and construction observation, including standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working on uneven terrain. The employee must be able to perform medium-level physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, tools, or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Work is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments, with frequent exposure to varying weather conditions, traffic, construction sites, noise, dust, and other job-site conditions. The role requires visual acuity for drafing, surveying, and plan review, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone. Appropriate safety equipment and procedures are required and provided when working in field environments.

Residency Requirement

AFSCME employees shall live within a 20-mile radius from the City's Emergency Center, located at 1630 8th Avenue in Moline, within 180 days of hire.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary/Compensation: $72,239 - $104,747 per year

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