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Construction Inspector

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/14/2026
JOB Incumbents in this position are responsible for inspecting utility construction to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and standards. This position is assigned to pay grade G15. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
  • Inspects sewer taps and water meters for compliance with relevant ordinances.
  • Inspects new sewer lines, water lines and lift station construction for compliance with specifications.
  • Inspects demolition of existing water and sewer service taps.
  • Observes and logs hydrostatic test of new sewer force mains and water lines.
  • Observes and logs camera inspections of new gravity sewer lines.
  • Checks and verifies construction “as-built” for accuracy.
  • Performs subdivision inspections for compliance with relevant ordinances.
  • Reviews and logs the Closed-Circuit TV inspections of new gravity sewer mains and services prior to state certification.
  • Ensures water mains are flushed, chlorinated, and sampled per CFPUA standards and specifications.
  • Observes and logs air/vacuum testing on newly installed sewer mains, services, and manholes.
  • Maintains daily log of all sites visited, work in progress, and status of project sites.
  • Prepares written reports.
  • Makes field inspections for ensuring that field construction adheres to specifications, construction best practices, safety, and environmental requirements.
  • Maintains project status database.
  • Reviews project plans in consultation with engineers and assists with pre-construction meetings.
  • Locates underground utility lines, reviews maps and architectural drawings, and marks line locations.
  • Assists with field inspections of Capital Projects on an as needed basis.
  • Performs other related job duties as assigned.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Other Essential Job Specifications
YES
NO

Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.

X

Comprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.

X

Performs numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.

X

Performs complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols.

X

Requires travel between CFPUA sites.
X

Use or repair small/light equipment (power tools).
X

Use or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers).
X

Use or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants).
X

Physical RequirementsNone: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shift
Some: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shift
Frequent: 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shift
Very Frequent: More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shift
NONE
SOME
FREQUENT
VERY FREQUENT

Minimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.

X

Same as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds.

X

Physical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching.

X

Sustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.

X

Physical exertion throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting varying weights up to 50 pounds, and more than 50 pounds with assistance. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.

X

Salary : $44,250 - $59,000

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