Yuba Water Agency is seeking a skilled, detail-driven Construction Inspector II to support major infrastructure projects that protect communities, enhance water reliability, and strengthen the region’s long-term resilience. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact public works—from dam safety improvements to hydropower facilities, and recreation facilities—while contributing to one of California’s most forward-thinking water agencies.
The Construction Inspector II plays a vital part in ensuring that Yuba Water Agency’s capital projects are built safely, accurately, and in full compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. This position conducts daily field inspections, documents construction progress, verifies contractor work, and collaborates closely with engineers, project managers, and external partners. The work is hands-on, technical, and essential to delivering high-quality infrastructure that serves the people of Yuba County.
Some key initiatives you’ll work on:
- Dam Safety and Reliability Project Inspection of spillway improvements, embankment work, instrumentation installations, and other critical dam-related construction.
- Hydropower Facility Upgrades Oversight of mechanical, electrical, and civil construction activities supporting power generation assets.
- Flood Risk Reduction Infrastructure Inspection of flood control structures, and related public safety projects.
- Capital Improvement Program Deliver Ensuring contractors meet quality, schedule, and compliance expectations across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure investments.
Recruitment Timeline
The final date to apply is March 2, 2026. Resume and cover letter required with application. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held.
Preliminary screening interviews, with the most qualified applicants, will be conducted the week of March 16th. Next steps which may include but are not limited to testing and/or panel interviews, will be determined by the number of qualified applicants received and will be conducted on March 30th. In addition, the finalists will be asked to do a technical discussion followed by a site tour tentatively scheduled for April 13th and April 16th.
Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(530) 649-2536
Laken Schattner, HR Specialist
lschattner@yubawater.org
