What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stormwater Inspector position at Horry County, (SC)?
Under general supervision, inspects grading and drainage work to assure compliance with approved plans for new commercial and residential developments. Also inspects sites for adequate sediment and erosion control measures in accordance with State and County regulations. May also perform a variety of related duties including surveying, writing letters and memos. Use of technology such as computers, calculators, surveying instruments, GPS and GIS will be required. Extensive field work and interaction with construction professionals and the public is necessary. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Reviews construction plans for county roads and other county infrastructure projects for compliance with established standards and project design criteria
- Reviews residential and commercial land development subdivision plats, construction plans, and record drawings and stormwater calculations for compliance with the Horry County Land Development Regulations Federal, State and County Stormwater Regulations
- Coordinates with engineering firms and contractors to resolve design and construction issues on county infrastructure projects and land development projects
- Provides customer service by responding to issues and/or complaints from the public and from developers, engineers, and contractors on both land development projects and county roadway / drainage infrastructure both in and off of the right of way
- Assesses drainage issues and makes recommendations for improvements / repairs
- Performs civil engineering design and / or field surveying of improvements to drainage facilities and conveyances
- Prepares construction cost estimates for county projects, and reviews the engineer’s opinion of cost for land development projects
- Obtains right-of-way easements from private property owners for drainage improvements
- Performs related duties as may be required.
- Knowledge and experience with construction specifically towards land development.
- Proficient with a computer
- Ability to read blue prints as it pertains to stormwater design
- Experience in the construction field preferred
- A High School degree and one to two years of experience in practical engineering, roadway or drainage construction; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Must possess a valid S.C driver’s license.
- Will be required to become a Certified Sediment and Erosion Control inspector within six months.
Salary : $43,094 - $64,642