PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR I

Department: PUBLIC WORKS

Salary: $47,324-$70,986 ($22.75 to $34.13)

Job Status: FULL TIME

Job Closes: Open Until Filled

Pay Grade 7

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Engineering Division Manager or Assistant City Engineer, the Public Works Inspector I may be assigned responsibility for the following:

• Public Works Inspection
• Various Inspections for the Public Works Department
• Hold Pre-Construction Meetings
• Manage PEC
• As-Builts and Miscellaneous Surveying

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Requirements
  • Applicants will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test
  • Must be on time as scheduled
  • Abide by all city policies and procedures
  • Work well with others, be a team player
  • Understand and follow both oral and written instructions
• Inspections
  • Routine inspections and surveying of public infrastructure installation for city projects and development to ensure Spanish Fork city's construction standards are met
  • Inspections includes: general SWPPP, installation of water, sewer, irrigation, storm water, electric and communication conduits, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and streets
  • Tracking and documenting completion and approval of infrastructure
    • Keeping detailed logs of time spent inspecting for billing
  • Calculate bond estimates and make recommendations for bond releases
• Surveys
  • City utilities inspected and installed using a GPS system
  • Assist with utility mapping and Blue Stakes
• Miscellaneous Duties as Assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Physical Demands
  • Moderate physical activity
    • Push, pull or lift medium weights
    • Work in difficult positions-may have to stand, walk, or sit in uncomfortable positions
• Working Conditions
  • Work will be performed in an office environment and outdoors
  • Exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous materials, chemicals and fumes, and prolonged high noise levels
  • Often works in and around vehicular traffic
  • May at times include exposure to high stress situations or environments, including contact with the public in confrontational or uncomfortable circumstances
• Hazards
  • Occupational safety and health hazards may be encountered under controlled conditions
  • May be required to work unconventional work hours or shifts

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience
  • Eight (8) years of experience in the area of public works
• Valid Driver's License
• APWA Certified Public Infrastructure (CPII)
  • Required within three (3) years of hire date
• Water Distribution II & Wastewater Collections II Certifications
  • Required within three (3) years of hire date
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Certification
  • Required within three (3) years of hire date
• IS-100, IS-200, & IS-700 Certifications
  • Within one (1) year of hire date
• Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Basic knowledge of public works operations and subdivision development
  • Ability to analyze construction plan/profile drawings, utility maps and city construction standards
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Complete mathematical calculations
  • Basic skills in operating computers and the ability to use Microsoft Excel
  • Must be able to deal with the public in a pleasant and courteous manner in all circumstances
  • Preference given to applicants with knowledge and experience with surveying/mapping using GPS systems