City and County of Honolulu
Job Overview
City and County of Honolulu, Honolulu Board of Water Supply, Capital Projects Division is hiring two (2) Assistant Construction Inspectors to inspect waterworks construction and installation projects. Work Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
Responsibilities
Inspect construction of water system projects (meters, pipelines, structures).
Check materials delivered to ensure they meet contract requirements.
Verify lines, grades, and elevations; use leveling equipment as needed.
Inspect pipe installation and testing.
Review backfill placement for proper materials, compaction, and grade.
Inspect falsework, formwork, trench bracing, and manhole construction.
Inspect curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement work for reservoirs and booster stations.
Coordinate with contractors on specifications, workmanship, and routine construction issues.
Work with design engineers on design changes identified during construction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Information Applications must be submitted online by December 20, 2025, 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
Salary: $5,359 per month (SR-16) includes a $971 shortage differential.
Benefits include generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, student loan relief, career development, and more.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Citizenship: Citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Education Requirement Equivalent to a high‑school education. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
Experience Requirement One (1) year of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.
Examples of Qualifying Experience Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trades supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level, and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution
An Associate’s degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.
A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.
License Requirement Possession of a valid driver’s license (Type 3/Automobile) prior to appointment.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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Responsibilities
Inspect construction of water system projects (meters, pipelines, structures).
Check materials delivered to ensure they meet contract requirements.
Verify lines, grades, and elevations; use leveling equipment as needed.
Inspect pipe installation and testing.
Review backfill placement for proper materials, compaction, and grade.
Inspect falsework, formwork, trench bracing, and manhole construction.
Inspect curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement work for reservoirs and booster stations.
Coordinate with contractors on specifications, workmanship, and routine construction issues.
Work with design engineers on design changes identified during construction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Information Applications must be submitted online by December 20, 2025, 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
Salary: $5,359 per month (SR-16) includes a $971 shortage differential.
Benefits include generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, student loan relief, career development, and more.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Citizenship: Citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Education Requirement Equivalent to a high‑school education. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
Experience Requirement One (1) year of experience in inspecting or supervising construction work.
Examples of Qualifying Experience Inspectors, superintendents, trades supervisors, working trades supervisors, etc. with experience of such scope, level, and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution
An Associate’s degree in architectural or engineering drafting from an accredited college or university; or in the Applied Trades, Architectural, Engineering and CAD Technologies, and Carpentry Technology programs at Honolulu Community College, or similar academic programs from an accredited college or university.
A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.
License Requirement Possession of a valid driver’s license (Type 3/Automobile) prior to appointment.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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