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City Of Warren, MI

Temporary Zoning Inspector

Warren, MI · On-site

$27/hr

The City of Warren is accepting applications for the position of Temporary Zoning Inspector. This position performs skilled inspection of plans and specifications for alterations, additions and new ...

Eurofins

Grain Inspector - Temporary

Eddyville, IA · On-site

Grain Inspector Join Eurofins Grain Inspection and turn your passion for agriculture into a career that directly supports farmers, strengthens rural communities, and keeps America's food supply ...

Ducommun

Inspector I Temporary

Orange, CA · On-site

Inspector I The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. To ensure product compliance to all engineering drawings, specifications, procedures and customer purchase ...

Ducommun

Inspector I Temporary

Orange, CA

Inspector I The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. To ensure product compliance to all engineering drawings, specifications, procedures and customer purchase ...

Ducommun

Inspector I Temporary

Orange, CA

Inspector I The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. To ensure product compliance to all engineering drawings, specifications, procedures and customer purchase ...

Ducommun, Inc.

Inspector I Temporary

Orange, CA

Inspector I The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. To ensure product compliance to all engineering drawings, specifications, procedures and customer purchase ...

Area Temps

Quality Inspector - 2 Needed

Akron, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Quality Inspector position, please submit your resume to parma ...

Area Temps

Gage Inspector

Westlake, OH · On-site

$22/hr

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Gage Inspector position, please submit your resume to parma ...

Area Temps

Quality Control Inspector

Solon, OH · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Quality Control Inspector position, please submit your resume ...

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Inspector Journey (Temporary) - Public Works (Prescott)

Yavapai County, AZ

Prescott, AZ • On-site

$24.51 - $31.25/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Salary: $24.51 - $31.25 Hourly
Location : Prescott, AZ
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 202600132
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Role
This is a temporary position.
The Yavapai County Public Works Department is seeking a skilled Inspector Journey to join the Right of Way Division for a temporary assignment. This position performs technical inspections and fieldwork to ensure compliance with county standards, permits, and right-of-way regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction inspection, roadway maintenance, or right-of-way management, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in the field.
Major Duties, Responsibilities
  • Reviews, approves, and completes data entry on right-of-way permits, access permits and property finals. Sets up inspections, assists inspectors, creates maps, and tracks permits. Assists with legal issues with regard to public right of way. Reviews preliminary projects plans to include new subdivisions, commercial projects.
  • Coordinates inspections and addresses complaints regarding encroachments, drainage issues, abandoned vehicles, proposed street name sign installation, right-of-way issues, permits, access permits and assist other regulatory departments with final inspections.
  • Maintains computer programs, corresponds with account holders and applicants to ensure compliance; prepares reports and other documents.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in road construction or related field, to include (1) year as an inspector.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
Other Skills
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
  • Right-of-way construction standards for Yavapai County.
  • Relevant ordinances, local and state codes, resolutions, specifications, and standards.
  • Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
  • Clerical office practices and procedures.
  • Research techniques and report writing.
  • Current Microsoft Office software.
  • Filing and recordkeeping.
Skill in:
  • Performing safety and compliance inspections.
  • Inspection clerical and office procedures, including various programs.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
  • Organization and adherence to detail.
Ability to:
  • Schedule and organize work to meet established deadlines.
  • Measure distances using tape measure and and/or calibrated instruments.
  • Maintain a friendly, professional work environment and attitude when working with others.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
  • Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
  • Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
  • Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
  • Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office and field environment year-round in all weather conditions and may include exposure to loud noise, dangerous emergency situations, dust, fumes, mist, and chemicals.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, stand, walk over rough, uneven, and/or rocky surfaces, and lift up to 40 pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 8
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Do you have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in road construction or related field, including one (1) year as an inspector?
  • Yes
  • No

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