Maintenance Inspector I

Job Number:

542

Salary:

$26.58 - $39.88

Department/Office:

Public Works & Development Division:

Road & Bridge Location:

4405 S. CR 129, Bennett, CO, 80102

Job Type :

Hourly Full-Time Posting Date:

04/16/2026

Closing Date:

05/16/2026 The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we're here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents' goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we're proud to call home. Benefits of working for

Arapahoe County Road and Bridge:

Annual, performance-based salary increases. Promotional opportunities Training and development to help you grow in your career. Competitive pay and benefits package, including excellent leave benefits that help maintain strong work/life balance: 15 days (120 hours) of paid vacation per year 13 paid holidays (104 hours) and 3 additional floating holiday (24 hours) per year 12 days (96 hours) of paid sick leave per year 3-day weekends! Work schedule of Monday-Thursday, 10 hours/day (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) is routine unless weather or other business needs arise. Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan - see benefits tab for more detail. Uniforms and laundry service provided. All PPE provided including a $200 per year allowance for steel toe or composite boots. On-call pay ($20/day) CDL training provided.

NOTE:

MINIMAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

The full salary for the Maintenance Inspector I position is $26.58 to $39.88 hourly, dependent upon qualifications and experience, and the anticipated starting pay is $33.22/hr.

Typical weekly schedule:

Four 10 hour days.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB

This position performs a variety of moderately difficult to complex duties associated with quality assurance and inspections within the Road and Bridge Division. The position conducts on-site inspections, construction management, and data collection to ensure compliance with county, state, and federal standards and specifications.

DUTIES:

Works under the direct guidance of the Maintenance Inspector Supervisor to inspect Public Works projects, such as streets, bridges, drainage, and other maintenance projects and installations to ensure compliance with County construction standards. Reviews and inspects materials, grades, and other work for compliance with standard and special specifications, details, plans, and standard construction practices and takes samples for various materials tests and calls for testing as required. Reviews and evaluates test data to ensure compliance with adopted standards. Assists with coordinating the scope of work for assigned projects, providing direction and clarity to contractors and outside consultants by participating in preliminary project design review. Participates in final acceptance and walk-throughs. Conducts inspections of road construction, including pre-paving road tests of sub-grade/ base course and paving operations. Accepts, rejects or requires modification to contracted and in-house crew work as necessary. Conducts inspection of Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs) associated with construction projects. Assists in the development of the annual Road and Bridge maintenance programs such as concrete replacements, street surface seals, overlays, and crack fill. Assists in determining the extent of work necessary for each program. Assists in determining the appropriate bid items and quantities for each of these programs. Assists in developing the engineers estimate for each project. Helps in making minor design changes to improve or correct deficiencies. Collects asset condition and location data into a standardized database ensuring all project specific attributes are accurately captured.

REQUIREMENTS

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

Ability to develop technical skills and acquire certificates. Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts. Ability to remain honest, professional, and accurate under pressure. Ability to operate tools and equipment associated with road inspections. Ability to operate standard office equipment and a variety of computer systems and applications. Ability to ensure contracted and internal operational compliance with County standards, provisions, and requirements. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

Accountability Accessibility Inclusivity Integrity Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent 2+ years of experience in public works construction Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:

Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check. Possession of a valid Class "R" Colorado Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work requires frequent exposure to weather conditions, road hazards, the hazards associated with new construction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. Spends 60% of the time sitting and 40% of the time either standing or walking. Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 40 lbs. Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 40 lbs. Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties. Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions. Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment. Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions:

Occasionally:

Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequently:

Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

Constantly:

Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time. •Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities. •In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.