The City of Moline is a welcoming, hardworking community located along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Quad Cities. With a population of just over 42,000, Moline offers the perfect mix of small-town feel and big-city convenience.
As a full-service city, we’re here to provide great services, support local growth, and make Moline a great place to live, work, and visit. We’re proud of our team and the work we do to keep our city running smoothly.
When you join the City of Moline, you become part of a group that values making a difference in the community. We’re all about doing good work and helping each other succeed.
How You’ll Contribute
As a Construction Inspector I, you will support the successful delivery of municipal public works projects by preparing and updating CAD drawings, observing construction activities, and collecting field data through surveying and material testing to ensure compliance with approved plans, contract specifications, City ordinances, and applicable standards. You will work closely with engineers, contractors, property owners, and the public to coordinate activities in the public right-of-way, respond to inquiries related to traffic control and construction impacts, and assist with permits, easements, and right-of-entry documentation. Through accurate documentation, clear communication, and attention to detail, you will help promote safe work zones, maintain reliable infrastructure, and ensure projects are completed efficiently and in the best interest of the community.
Essential Duties
Prepare and revise CAD drawings for municipal capital improvement projects, including streets, water mains, and sewer systems
Perform construction observation and inspection on routine public works projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract documents
Conduct surveying activities using total station equipment, including locating property lines, rights-of-way, monuments, elevations, and reference points, and maintain accurate field records
Perform material testing (soil, concrete, and related tests) to verify compliance with contract and quality standards
Evaluate construction operations and document contractor work activities, quantities, and progress
Coordinate with engineers and contractors to manage construction activities within the public right-of-way
Review, assess, and recommend traffic control plans in accordance with City ordinances and MUTCD requirements
Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public and businesses related to construction, traffic control, and permitted right-of-way activities
Prepare, interpret, and discuss construction-related documents such as permits, easements, rights-of-entry, and driveway permits with affected property owners
Enforce City ordinance violations by preparing notices of corrective action and supporting compliance efforts
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of engineering drafting, surveying, construction practices, and related terminology used in municipal public works projects
Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, as applied to surveying and construction measurements
Skill in the use of CAD software, GIS applications (such as ArcMap), surveying equipment, and material testing tools
Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Ability to recognize construction deviations and assess compliance with approved plans and standards
Skill in collecting, documenting, and maintaining accurate field notes, records, and inspection reports
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally with contractors, engineers, property owners, and the public
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships while performing duties in varied field and office environments
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Coursework or demonstrated understanding of algebra and trigonometry
Related education, training, or experience in construction inspection, surveying, drafting, engineering technology, or public works is preferred
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Illinois driver’s license, or ability to obtain one, with the ability to operate a motor vehicle in the performance of job duties
No additional licenses or certifications are required at the time of hire; however, related certifications in construction inspection, surveying, or materials testing are beneficial and may be supported or encouraged by the City
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to operate technical and scientific instruments and equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work is performed under varied weather conditions in disagreeable conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Residency Requirement
AFSCME employees shall live within a 20-mile radius from the City’s Emergency Center, located at 1630 8th Avenue in Moline, within 180 days of hire.
Residency map and address checker available here.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Eligibility For Insurance Begins The First Of The Month Following a 30-day Waiting Period For New Employees. The City And The Employees Share In The Cost Of The Plans. Medical, Dental, And Vision Plans Available To Employees, Retirees, And Other Eligible Dependents Include
A self-funded, comprehensive dental plan
A self-funded vision plan
A self-funded medical plan (including prescription drug coverage)
Pension
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), non-union, and United Auto Workers (UAW) employees participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Retirement benefits are based on years of service and wages earned. Employees contribute 4.5% of earnings to the pension.
Paid Time Off
The amount of paid time off is dependent upon the employee's position and years of service. Paid time off includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal days.
Deferred Compensation & Roth IRA Plan
The City offers a voluntary 457 and Roth IRA retirement savings plan through International City Management Association Retirement Corporation (ICMA-RC). Employees can contribute a portion of their salary to this plan to assist them in building retirement security.
Flexible Spending Plan
Through the flex plan, using pretax dollars, employees can pay their portion of their health insurance premiums and qualified medical, dental, vision, and day care expenses. Employees are eligible to participate in the plan the first of the month following a 30-day waiting period.
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
The City of Moline offers employees and their immediate family members confidential, professional counseling services and specialty referrals. An assessment and six free counseling sessions are provided.
Life Insurance
A voluntary, decreasing term life insurance policy is available for employees participating in the IMRF pension. This policy provides coverage for employees, their spouses and any eligible dependents.
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Are you currently a City of Moline employee?
Yes
No
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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
High School Diploma
GED
Neither
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Do you have a valid Illinois Driver's License or equivalent?
Yes
No
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Do you currently possess any related certifications in construction inspection, surveying, and/or materials testing? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience performing construction observation or inspection on public works or infrastructure projects (e.g., streets, water mains, sewer systems) to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract documents? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience using surveying equipment (such as a total station or similar instruments) to collect field data, locate property lines or rights-of-way, establish elevations, or verify construction layout? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience preparing, revising, or interpreting engineering or construction drawings using CAD software? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience performing or overseeing construction-related material testing (e.g., soil compaction, concrete testing) and documenting results to verify compliance with project specifications? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience coordinating construction activities within the public right-of-way, including working with contractors, engineers, property owners, and/or reviewing traffic control plans? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
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Do you have experience documenting contractor work activities, tracking quantities or progress, preparing inspection reports, or enforcing compliance with ordinances or contract requirements? Please answer Yes or No. If yes, an explanation is required.
Required Question
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
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