Construction Inspector

Salary : $77,168.00 - $108,680.00 Annually

Location : Moreno Valley, CA

Job Type : Full-time Career

Job Number : 2025-00046

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 12 / 02 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Description

Join the MoVal Team today by submitting your application! The City of Moreno Valley is now hiring for our next Construction Inspector!

1st review of applications is planned for Monday, January 5, 2026.

Recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

OUR POSITION The Construction Inspector is responsible for ensuring public works and capital projects are constructed in compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Under general supervision, this position conducts detailed inspections of construction sites, evaluates materials and workmanship, monitors contractor compliance, and prepares comprehensive project reports. As a liaison between the City, contractors, engineers, and property owners, the Construction Inspector plays a critical role in maintaining quality standards, addressing issues that arise, and ensuring the projects meet safety and performance standards. This position requires initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to handle complex situations with tact and professionalism.

Find additional information in the Construction Inspector job description.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Construction Inspector role will have extensive technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations, including federal, state, and local laws. They will be skilled at conducting detailed inspections of public works and capital projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities to interpret construction plans and documents, make sound recommendations, and effectively utilize tools and techniques for testing, surveying, and inspection. With exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, they will be capable of drafting precise inspection reports and maintaining thorough project records. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills to engage professionally with contractors, City staff, and external stakeholders while exhibiting adaptability and judgment to address dynamic field conditions. Their expertise and dedication will uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance for the City's construction projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; and two years of experience in construction inspection or six years of trades experience working on large public works construction projects; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

ABOUT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

The Public Works department is responsible for public works administration, city engineering, maintenance of public facilities located within the street right-of-way, design and construction of City-built capital improvements, and administration of traffic facilities, providing electric service to new development in residential, commercial and industrial areas, and related activities.For more information about the Public Works Department, please click here

The Selection Process

Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.

The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.

BENEFITS : For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link :

SELECTION PROCESS : Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and / or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.

The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

01

Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.

• Less than High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
• Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
• Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
• Master's Degree or higher

02

Do you have governmental agency experience?

03

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide the name of the government agency where you gained your experience. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N / A)

04

Describe your experience conducting inspections for public works or capital construction projects. Include specific examples of the types of projects you have worked on and the responsibilities you handled.If no experience, please indicate "N / A".

05

Please indicate the amount of full-time experience you possess in construction inspection.

Required Question