What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR (SR-16) [1 vacancy] position at City and County of Honolulu, HI?
Salary
$5,359.00 Monthly
Location
Oahu, HI
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
288256
Department
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Opening Date
03/15/2026
Closing Date
3/21/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position Information
"Shape the Flow of Honolulu’s Future"
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply, Capital Projects Division, is looking to fill an Assistant Construction Inspector position. The position works Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, and involves inspecting waterworks construction and installation projects to ensure materials, workmanship, and completed work meet approved plans, specifications, and Board of Water Supply standards. Depending on the project, the inspector may work independently on smaller assignments or assist a project engineer or senior inspector on larger, more complex projects.
What You Will Do:
- Inspect construction of water system projects (meters, pipelines, structures).
- Check materials delivered to ensure they meet contract requirements.
- Verify lines, grades, and elevations; use leveling equipment as needed.
- Inspect pipe installation and testing.
- Review backfill placement for proper materials, compaction, and grade.
- Inspect falsework, formwork, trench bracing, and manhole construction.
- Inspect curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement work for reservoirs and booster stations.
- Coordinate with contractors on specifications, workmanship, and routine construction issues.
- Work with design engineers on design changes identified during construction.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- May require walking through, climbing over, and crawling under structures, with occasional lifting and short periods of physical exertion.
- Walk on uneven terrain and climb ladders, scaffolding, and stairs as needed.
- Work in construction site environments with potential hazards.
- Exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all required safety procedures.
Assistant Construction Inspector (SR-16) salary of $5,359 per month includes shortage differential.
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to a high school education. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
One (1) year of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.
Examples of Qualifying Experience:
Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trades supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution:
Any one of the following will substitute for the required experience:
An Associate's degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.- A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.
The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, proper documentation, e.g., a foreign credential evaluation (FCE), must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.
Examination Process
If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
Employer
City and County of Honolulu
Address
650 South King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813
Phone
(808) 768-8536
Website
https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/
Salary : $5,359