Hiring bonus - 10% of starting salary.  5% within a few weeks of hire.  That's $5,153 at hire and after one year of employment with satisfactory performance.  Over $10K total in hiring bonus.

The Philadelphia Water Department and Streets Departments are hiring construction public works projects inspectors.  No experience necessary with completion of an Associate's degree or post- high school engineering technology or building/construction management technologies.  We offer room for growth and great benefits.  We also offer tuition discounts.  

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs

All applications will be accepted from 7/8/2024 to 7/11/2025.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• *Impact *- The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

General Job Description: This is technical work, of limited scope and difficulty, performing tests and inspections of construction materials or the civil, electrical, or mechanical phases of public works projects to assure that work performed by contractors and manufacturers complies with contracts, plans and specifications and meets current standards for work quality. Interpreting construction, contract, and permit requirements, and informing contractors and superiors of non-conformity to contractual agreements and construction and permit violations are significant aspects of the work. 

The Requirements are as follows:

EDUCATION: Completion of two years of study at an accredited college or university with major course work in building construction technology, engineering technology, civil, mechanical, metallurgical or materials engineering, or architectural design. OR

Completion of a vocational program at an accredited technical institute with major course work in building construction technology or engineering technology.

 Send certifications or transcripts for review to: Jacky Li

Email: Jacky.Li@phila.gov

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  Learn more at

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov