Inspector I

Olivenhain Municipal Water District•Encinitas, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This at-will position's responsibilities include providing inspection services under the direct supervision of the Engineering Services Supervisor. It supports efforts to maintain the District system with regards to easements, encroachments, right-of-way, and land acquisitions. The role requires clear communication with contractors and construction personnel, assisting in operating the department within budgetary guidelines, and fostering successful inter-departmental relationships. The ability to organize and prioritize a large volume of work efficiently and accurately, act as a positive role model, and professionally represent the District is essential. A working knowledge of District safety rules and regulations, along with active participation in safety programs, is necessary. The position requires successful performance within a team environment and support of the District Strategic Plan and Mission Statement. Reliable and stable attendance is mandatory. The following tasks are typical for this classification, though incumbents may not regularly perform all listed duties or may be required to perform additional or different duties as business needs dictate.

Requirements

A State of California Water corresponding Distribution Operator certification is required.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurability.
Standard First Aid and CPR certifications are required.
Three years of progressive experience to include: understanding of the operation and maintenance of a water and recycled water distribution system and sewer collection system such as installing and repairing water, recycled water, and sewer mains, valves, pumps, fire hydrants, meters, pressure reducing stations, cathodic protection, manholes and valves and other water/recycled water distribution/transmission and sewer collection facilities.
Familiar with the use of concrete and asphalt.
Thorough knowledge of water quality issues, all applicable California and Federal rules and regulations.
Ability to effectively utilize personal computers and peripherals.
Knowledge, skills, and ability to correctly interpret construction survey stakes, read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to work independently with clear understanding of goals and objectives.
Ability to organize and manage competing priorities.
State of California Water Distribution Operator D1 certification is required.
Ability to walk long distances.
Ability to climb steep hills and ladders.
Ability to tolerate frequent bending and stooping.
Good hearing, eyesight and speech capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

A Water Technology Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Reviews available records including record bluelines, proposed improvement plans, easement plats, and other documents to locate existing district facilities.
Utilizes electronic locating equipment and other measuring devices to accurately field locate facilities.
Responsible for monitoring DigAlert notification devices, scheduling line location priorities and coordinating them with the Engineering Services Supervisor.
Assists with organization and maintenance of the District’s mapping system.
Inspects and determines that facilities constructed within the District are in compliance and conformance with the approved plans, specifications, rules, regulations, and performance standards of the District.
Reads and evaluates blueprints to ensure compliance and conformance by the contractor.
Investigates and resolves conflicts between plans and actual construction conditions.
Makes detailed daily reports on each project under inspection noting all details of construction and approved changes to construction plans.
Completes clear, concise reports as required, utilizing District software.
Performs testing of all facilities under inspection to verify and document performance standards and prepares documentation of such testing.
Inspects the disinfection of new facilities.
Arranges for and documents specialty and materials testing in conjunction with the District’s or developer’s consultant, including soil, concrete, welding, steel reinforcement, anchors, and coating testing.
Reports any violations of safety and health requirements.
Reviews and comments on project plans prior to submission to the Engineering Manager or consulting engineer.
Prepares certification of work performed to date to support contractor progress payments on District constructed projects.
Provides support for Engineering Services Supervisor with the resolution of issues regarding use of District right-of-way.
Coordinates with Operations staff and the Engineering and Right-of-Way Coordinator to perform field reviews of potential encroachments to District easements and support documentation and correspondence.
Prepares a variety of Board and status reports as required.
Prepares interim and final analysis reports on a routine basis for review by the Engineering Services Supervisor.
Participates in District programs by supporting and recommending policy changes regarding operations and procedures, professionally representing the District, responding to emergency situations using sound judgment, assisting in the effective usage of District resources, and assisting with the implementation of the department’s record retention requirements for data management.
Performs all related duties as assigned.