Job Details

Salary : $101,859.30 - $123,818.27 Annually
Location : Fremont, CA
Job Type: Full-time, regular
Job Number: 25PW04
Department: Public Works
Division: PW- Public Works Engineering
Opening Date: 10/28/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
The Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of:

Construction Materials Inspector
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The Public Works Department
The Public Works Department consists of Design Engineering, Development Engineering, Construction, Civic Facilities, Transportation, Survey, and Real Property sections. The department reviews all proposed land development projects in the City and executes the design and construction of public projects such as streets, parks, and public buildings.

First Review of ApplicationsThe first review of applications will take place on November 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PT).This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Selection Process
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, background check, medical exam, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) ###-#### or emailing:

Contact UsFor additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at:

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Class Specification

Definition

Under general supervision, tests soils and highway construction materials in the field and laboratory to insure compliance with City, CalTrans, and industry norms, specifications, and safety standards; performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics

This is a technical classification describing work performed in the Construction Unit of the Development and Environmental Services Department. Assignments, time lines, and objectives are established but the employee has flexibility in the selection of steps and timing of work. Review is occasional, during progress or upon completion, with the incumbent responsible for suggesting alternative solutions.

Essential Functions
• Takes field and quarry samples of base, sub base, and quarry mix materials.
• Assists inspectors of construction projects with field measurements and sampling.
• Determines test sites.
• Sketches location of tests sample sites.
• Determines and conducts appropriate tests of material samples, such as nuclear density test to determine relative compaction of soils and aggregates; sand equivalent test; sieve analysis; oven moisture; cement sampling; Kelly-Ball cement testing; and slump cone.
• Performs mathematical calculations related to testing.
• Prepares technical reports on test results.
• Collects and distributes reports to construction inspectors.
• Coordinates with State Highway Testing Certification Inspectors in taking and conducting joint sampling and testing of materials to assure continued adherence to State Materials Testing Standards.
• Performs routine cleaning, maintenance and servicing of assigned equipment.
• Prepares budget recommendations for related materials and supplies.
• Files and maintains lab records.
• Prepares routine correspondence and reports.
• Serves as the City's Radiation Safety Officer.
• Researches locations and mark City facilities in the field for Underground Service Alert reports.
• May be required to assist Survey crew with rod and chain survey instrument work.

Marginal Functions
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Types and grades of commonly used construction materials; techniques of gathering materials from the field for testing; principles, practices, and techniques of laboratory testing; symbols used in design drawings; appropriate test results; mathematics through algebra and trigonometry; principles of physics; first year college level chemistry; high school level mechanical drafting.

Skill in: Operating an automobile on city streets and construction sites; to use laboratory testing equipment such as a Nuclear Moisture Density Gauge, sieves, and CalTrans Impact Tube.

Ability to: Obtain samples of construction materials; determine and conduct appropriate tests; learn characteristics and provenance of local soils and gravels; make accurate computations; read blueprints; gather data and prepare accurate reports; keep accurate records; learn and apply standard practices and procedures; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relations with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds; learn and apply new/changed standards, policies, and procedures; learn rod and chain and surveying work; comply with common safety procedures; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Graduation from high school and college course work in chemistry, or two years experience assisting in construction related soils and materials testing.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License. Possession of, or ability to obtain by completion of probation, a CalTrans Certificate of Proficiency for an Acceptance Inspector and completion of the Basic Training Course on Radiation Safety and use of Nuclear Soil Gauges. Failure to maintain the requisite certificates shall result in discipline up to and including termination.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = >66%

Sitting: Occasional
Walking: Occasional
Standing: Frequent
Bending (neck): Occasional to Frequent
Bending (waist): Rare
Squatting: Rare
Climbing: Rare
Kneeling: Rare
Crawling: Never
Jumping: Rare
Balancing: Never
Twisting (neck): Rare - when/if driving
Twisting (waist): Never
Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional
Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional
Reach - at/below shoulder: Rare
Reach - above shoulder level: Rare

Push/pull:
up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
over 100 lbs. Never

Lifting:
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never

Carrying:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Occasional
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never

Coordination:
Eye-hand: Required
Eye-hand-foot: Not required

Driving: Required

Vision:
Acuity, near: Required
Acuity, far: Required
Depth perception: Required
Accommodation: Required
Color vision: Required
Field of vision: Required

Talking:
Face-to-face contact: Required
Verbal contact w/others: Required
Public: Required

Hearing:
Normal conversation: Required
Telephone communication: Required
Earplugs required: Not required

Work environment:
Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, being around moving machinery, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to radiation or electrical energy, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working below ground, using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, works around others, works alone, works with others.

Class Code: 5450
FLSA: Non-exempt
EEOC Code: 3
Barg. Unit: OE3
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15
The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance.

To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit:
01

Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.Yes

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Did not complete high school or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher

03

Do you have college course work in chemistry?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience assisting in construction related soils and materials testing do you have?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

05

If you have experience assisting in construction related soils and materials testing, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter "N/A."
06

Do you have a valid Class C California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain one by time of appointment.

07

Please list any certificates that you have and/or trainings that are relevant to this position (CalTrans Certificate of Proficiency for an Acceptance Inspector, Basic Training Course on Radiation Safety and use of Nuclear Soil Gauges, etc.). If you do not have any, please enter "N/A."
08

How many years have you spent testing materials at construction sites?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

09

How many years of experience do you have using a nuclear gauge?

• None
• 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4 years or more

Required Question