Construction Inspector - Public Works

Job Description

Description

Are you someone who takes pride in seeing a project built right-from the plans on paper to the finished infrastructure serving the community? The Town of Prescott Valley is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Construction Inspector to join our Public Works team. In this hands-on field position, we are looking for someone who brings strong technical judgment, problem-solving skills, and clear communication, and who is comfortable working independently in an active construction environment, while maintaining accurate project records and ensuring work meets approved plans and specifications.

The Town of Prescott Valley invites you to apply for the position of Construction Inspector - Public Works

Examples of Duties

IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL:

• Review construction plans, materials, testing results, and contractor pay estimates for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify construction deficiencies and coordinate with contractors, engineers, developers, and agencies to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, project documentation, reports, and punch lists.
• Apply strong technical judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills while working independently in an active construction environment.
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Typical Qualification

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
  
• A minimum of four (4) years' journey-level experience in public works and utilities construction inspection.
  
• The ability to obtain, and maintain, the following certifications based on department of employment within a year of hiring.
  

• NICET certifications for roadway inspection
• ATSSA certifications for traffic control

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• Have the ability to be contacted and to respond in a timely manner in an after-hour capacity.

Supplemental Information

COMPENSATION:

• The Town's complete compensation package includes salary, benefits, and a high-performance culture. The Town package includes a health, dental, and vision insurance plan, participation in the state retirement system, optional 457 deferred compensation with a town match up to 6%, vacation, holidays, and additional comprehensive benefits.
• The expected hiring range is $30.65 - $32.50 per hour
• The full hourly range is $30.65 - $45.97

Closing Date: October 2, 2026 at 5pm AZ time

Apply online: prescottvalley-az.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits for a full-time regular, employee:

The Town of Prescott Valley offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• General Leave: 200 hours of general leave per year, increasing with longevity and pro-rated for part-time positions
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday per fiscal year
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate. Town pays 100% of employee premiums for certain plans with family coverage optional
• Health Savings Account with Town contributions for qualified High Deductible Health Plan selections
• Dental Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Vision Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Long Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: Town-paid insurance valued at the annual salary ($100,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternate to Social Security - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with Town match up to 6%
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan or Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) with mandatory city and employee contributions. ASRS Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.
• Voluntary employee paid Ancillary Benefits including Cancer Benefit, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Shield

• Direct Deposit: Paychecks are deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s) on a bi-weekly schedule.

Labor Law Poster

Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2026 5:00 PM Arizona