Published date: March 17, 2026
Organization: City of Ventura Public Works
Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
County/State: Ventura/California
City: Ventura
Salary and Benefits: See apply link and/or job flyer for additional details on salary and benefits.
- Construction Inspector – $35.9906 – $43.7469 Hourly DOQ
- Senior Construction Inspector – $39.5680- $48.0949 Hourly DOQ
Summary Description:
The City of Ventura is looking for a Construction Inspector to join our Public Works Department. Under general supervision, this position inspects the quality of work and materials used on public works construction projects, including Capital Improvement Projects and private development improvements. The Construction Inspector ensures that all construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, City standards, and departmental regulations.
The Construction Inspector is the entry-level classification in the construction inspection series. Incumbents perform routine inspection duties under close supervision and typically possess general knowledge of public works construction trades and some inspection experience. Positions in this series are flexibly staffed, with advancement to Senior Construction Inspector expected as experience and competency increase.
The Senior Construction Inspector is the journey-level classification responsible for performing the full range of construction inspection duties with greater independence. This role requires comprehensive knowledge of construction inspection principles and practices and may provide indirect oversight to lower-level inspectors. Positions are typically filled through advancement from Construction Inspector or by candidates with prior construction inspection experience.
Summary Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
Construction Inspector: A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and two years of sub-professional engineering experience or four years experience in heavy construction, wet utility construction, or traffic design and implementation. Some public works construction inspection experience is desirable.
Senior Construction Inspector: In addition, supplemental specialized training and 18 months of experience comparable to that of a Construction Inspector with the City of Ventura are required. An Associate of Arts degree in engineering materials and design is desirable. Experience as a construction foreman or superintendent is desirable.
Licenses: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver license may be required.
Certification:
Both levels: Possession of the following valid certificates is highly desirable:
- Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector certificate (CPII) issued by the American Public Works Association
- Construction General Permit Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) certificate issued by the California Stormwater Quality Association
About the Department
The City of Ventura’s Public Works Department plays a central role in building, maintaining, and protecting the community’s infrastructure and natural resources. Accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 2014, the department applies industry best practices and forward-thinking strategies to deliver high-quality projects that support safety, sustainability, and long-term community resilience.
The department is organized into five divisions that manage the city’s infrastructure, operations, and public services. Together, these divisions provide engineering, construction, transportation, environmental sustainability, fleet and facilities, and property management services that support the community’s growth, connectivity, and quality of life.
For full description/candidate qualification requirements, see link below.
Link to Apply: https://cityofventura.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CityofVentura/job/Construction-Inspector_R26-87
Closing Date: March 31, 2026