Junior Field Inspector Job at City of Greater Sudbury

City of Greater Sudbury Greater Sudbury, ON

Posting date: February 23, 2023

Job Title: Junior Field Inspector

Number of Vacancies: 6

Posting number: EX23-200

Status: Limited positions

Estimated Probable Duration: May 1, 2023 to November 24, 2023

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: No

Range of Pay: $27.09 to $32.05 per hour

Initial Reporting Location: St. Clair Depot
Eligible to Work from Home: No

Section: Construction Services
Division: Engineering Services
Department: Growth and Infrastructure

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Construction Services Co-ordinator.

  • Assist with performing quality assurance (QA) inspections of work carried out by private contractors and municipal workforces.
  • Assist with the coordination of support services on various projects to ensure consistent documentation and adherence to project plans, specifications and instructions as to quantity, quality control (QC), methods and workmanship in accordance with project plans, specifications and quality management plans.
  • Assist with the inspection and monitoring of QC and QA tests on grading work, paving work, sewer installation, watermain installation, sidewalk construction, structural work and other items incidental to municipal construction projects.
  • Assist with the monitoring of quality and quantity of delivered materials and ensure supporting documentation is collected.
  • Assist with the monitoring and performance of checks on layouts, alignment and grades of construction work.
  • Assist with the preparation and maintenance of various reports and documentation (e.g. instruction forms, progress reports, project change requests, records of events as set out in daily diaries, contractor performance reports, up-to-date daily reports of completed work and final project records), ensuring quality data and standards are maintained.
  • Assist with documenting and informing Project Teams of any deviations or non-compliances to contract specifications and project plans.
  • Assist with the inspection of work sites during job progress and upon completion to ensure work has been performed according to contract specifications with minimum inconvenience to the general public.
  • Check summaries of materials delivered to sites to ensure supporting documentation is included (i.e. weigh tickets).
  • Monitor quality and quantity of delivered materials and ensure supporting documentation is collected.
  • Perform basic inspections on less complex projects as they progress and upon completion to ensure work has been performed according to project plans and contract specifications with minimum inconvenience to the general public under the oversight of a Construction Services Co-ordinator.
  • Assist with investigating, reporting and responding to public complaints or enquiries pertaining to construction activity and project work; consult with Project Team and implement corrective action, as required.
  • Assist with monitoring and reviewing the quality of red-line drawings, as-built drawings and contract documentation provided by contractors for compliance with contract specifications.
  • Assist with performance of QA checks on surveys to ensure adherence to lines and grades defined by project plans for the construction of roads, sewers, sidewalks, etc.
  • Assist in the coordination with contractors and Project Teams to identify and initiate documentation for potential changes to scope, schedule or cost and processed for approval prior to execution.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Completion of a Community College Diploma with Canadian accreditation as an Engineering Technician.
  • Membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists is an asset.
  • Over one (1) year up to and including two and one-half (2½) years of related experience.
  • Demonstrated ability related to computer software and administrative systems in a Windows environment (e.g. file maintenance, word processing, spreadsheet applications, information input and retrieval, etc.).
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation, related regulations and best practices within area of responsibility.
  • Knowledge of contract language, drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public in a courteous and effective manner.
  • Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
  • French verbal and written skills an asset.
  • Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.

How to Apply:

Résumés quoting EX23-200 are invited and will be received by the City of Greater Sudbury’s Human Resources and Organizational Development Division, by e-mail at hrjobs@greatersudbury.ca or fax at 705-688-3979, for the above noted position until 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Any application received after this deadline will not be considered.

For further instructions on how to apply to this position, please visit our How to Apply section.

All City of Greater Sudbury employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the City's mandatory Vaccination Policy. Please do not submit your proof of vaccination with your resume. This information will only be required if you are selected as the candidate of choice.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining an equitable, inclusive, diverse and accessible work environment. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. To find out if you’re eligible and for more information, visit our Applicants Living Outside of Canada web page. If you received your education from an educational institution outside of Canada, a copy of your Word Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) document is required, along with your credentials. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.




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