Inspector I/II

At HELIX WATER DISTRICT, we don’t just build pipelines – we build a sustainable future. As Inspector I/II, you will be at the heart of our mission to ensure our community has high-quality water. It won’t take long for you to see that our inspection and engineering team is a tight-knit group that regularly works together to ensure each project is successful. We value team members who communicate openly, enjoy collaboration and embrace feedback. This approach allows our projects to flow smoothly and ideas flourish so that we can achieve greatness together.

EXCELLENT SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE. Not only do we foster an atmosphere of team spirit and open communication, but we are also committed to providing compensation that is equitable and competitive. Whether you are just beginning your journey as an inspector or have years of experience, we have a great opportunity for you.

Inspector I: $40.52 – $51.73/hourly

Inspector II: $46.92 – $59.88/hourly

We offer employees:

• 100% employee premiums paid for all health benefits.
• Annual Merit Increases. Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.
• CalPERS membership.
• Deferred Compensation. Up to $3,500 matching on 457 plans.
• 24 annual days of accrued leave. (Increases to 29 after 5 years of service, max 37 annual days of accrued leave)
• 12 paid holidays per year including 2 floating holidays.
• Educational Reimbursement up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment.

Inspector I is the entry-level class and is flexibly staffed with the full journey-level inspector II class. For advancement from inspector I to inspector II, certain proficiency criteria must be met. Typically, proficiency criteria is met within a 12- to 24-month period, depending on an individual’s prior experience and after additional skills and abilities obtained to perform the duties of an inspector II are consistently and competently demonstrated.

As an Inspector I/II, your day will consist of a diverse range of tasks. Although some of your work will require you to be in the office, much of your day will be in the field at various project sites. You will be responsible for inspecting complex, multidisciplinary public works and water construction projects. This will include integrating plans, details and specifications to ensure construction and contract compliance.

Qualified candidates for the Inspector I/II position will have an education experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED; a minimum of four years of experience in public works construction or equivalent and a valid Class C California driver’s license, and ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance policy.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Qualified candidates will hold a valid State of California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 Certificate (D2), or ability to obtain within two years.

To be considered for the Inspector II, qualified candidates will have a minimum of one year of entry-level inspection experience or equivalent in addition to their four years of experience in public works construction or equivalent. 

To be considered for the Inspector I/II, please visit our careers page.