Demo

Public Works Roads Inspector

Roadway Consulting
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026

Job Summary

Looking for an interested candidate who has over 15 years experience with Road Paving and concrete - Curb - Gutter - Sidewalk and ADA ramp construction - Preferably looking for a retired Public Works Inspector.

Join our team as a Public Works Roads Inspector and become a vital part of maintaining and improving our community’s infrastructure! In this energetic role, you will oversee construction projects related to roads, pipelines, and other public works facilities, ensuring that all work meets quality standards and project specifications. Your keen eye for detail and analysis skills will help guarantee durable, safe, and high-quality roadways and infrastructure for residents and stakeholders alike. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse construction sites, collaborate with contractors, and contribute to the development of essential public assets.

Duties

  • Conduct thorough inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with plans, schematics, blueprints, and safety protocols.
  • Monitor construction activities related to roads, pipelines, and other public infrastructure projects to maintain quality control standards.
  • Review construction contracts and schematics to verify adherence to project specifications and technical requirements.
  • Collect data during inspections, document progress, identify issues, and prepare detailed reports for project managers.
  • Perform quality inspections at various stages of construction to detect defects or deviations from approved plans.
  • Analyze construction processes and materials to recommend improvements or corrective actions when necessary.
  • Collaborate with construction management teams to coordinate inspections, schedule site visits, and ensure timely project delivery.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of construction processes, site safety protocols, and quality control procedures.
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings accurately.
  • Excellent analysis skills for evaluating construction work against specifications and identifying potential issues early.
  • Expert of paving with road paving equipment
  • Expert of constructing ADA ramps
  • Type 1 and type 2 slurry seal placement
  • Experience in construction inspection or site supervision within public works or infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of contracts management and compliance requirements related to public sector projects.
  • Proficiency in data collection methods, report writing, and documentation standards.
  • Familiarity with pipeline installation processes and related schematics is a plus.Join us in shaping the future of our community’s infrastructure! We’re dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment where your expertise makes a real difference in public safety and quality standards. All positions are paid roles that support your professional growth while contributing to vital public projects.

Pay: $50.00 - $75.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

  • How many years experience do you have as a roads inspector?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Road Paving Inspection: 10 years (Required)
  • Slurry Seal Inspection: 10 years (Required)
  • Chip Seal Inspection: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Road Striping Inspection: 10 years (Required)
  • ADA Ramp Construction: 10 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

Location:

  • Los Angeles, CA 90081 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Los Angeles, CA 90081 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $75

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Public Works Roads Inspector?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Public Works Roads Inspector career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$59,812 - $78,572
Income Estimation: 
$75,281 - $100,375
Income Estimation: 
$116,182 - $159,475
Income Estimation: 
$109,098 - $146,006
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Public Works Roads Inspector jobs in the Los Angeles, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • City of South Pasadena South Pasadena, CA
  • First Review of Applications: July 6, 2026 The recruitment is open until filled and subject to closure at any time. The City of South Pasadena is committed... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Los Angeles Public Works Los Angeles, CA
  • ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER / Emergency Appointment Fire  Salary $113,652.00 - $145,068.00 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Nu... more
  • 17 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!