This position performs skilled technical work inspecting the construction phase of multiple water distribution and sewer collection system projects, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Development Services Supervisor as warranted by the project or duty assigned.

Deliver excellent customer experiences in all interactions with internal and external customers.

Monitors and reports on the progress/status of construction for assigned private development and ONWASA capital improvement projects.

Verifies in the field that construction methods and materials are in accordance with the approved project plans/specifications, state permit requirements and the ONWASA Manual of Standards, Specifications and Details (MSSD).

Reviews, records and reports the status of various project documents, including project plans and specifications, encroachment agreements, state approvals/permits, contractor pay requests, record drawings, warranties, engineering certifications, final inspection reports and pay requests.

Confers with contractors and engineers regarding inspection requirements and construction schedules.

Attends pre-construction, construction progress and pre-final/final inspection meetings.

Prepares accurate progress reports and maintains both written and digital records of all project documents.

Witnesses pressure testing of new water and sewer main installations.

Witnesses disinfection of new water mains and extraction of water samples; delivers and picks up samples to and from the laboratory.

May be required to work outside normal work hours in emergency and on-call situations. In case of disaster, either natural or man-mad, as a condition of employment employee will be called upon to serve ONWASA customers. Service to customers during a disaster will result in the assignment of other duties, which will take precedence over duties described in this class description.

Performs related tasks as required

Thorough knowledge of water and sewer utility construction, construction techniques and associated safety requirements such as trenching and shoring and work zone safety; thorough knowledge of water pressure and sewer line testing; ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization; ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; ability to read and understand construction plans and documents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, contractors, engineers, NCDOT employees and associates; basic computer knowledge with the ability to produce electronic correspondence, documents, reports and spreadsheets.