Public Works Inspector I

City of Garland•New York, NY

62d•$24 - $27

About The Position

Responsible for serving as the City’s field representative and overseeing Public Works and private development construction. Also responsible for providing quality assurance oversight on projects performed by the City and contractors. Pay Range: $23.75/hr. - $26.78/hr. (Depending on qualifications and experience) Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. work week - optional projects adding up to 20 additional hours overtime.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
A minimum of 75 contact hours of technical training in inspection and public works construction
4 years related experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Nice To Haves

6 months to 1 year advanced training past the high school level
4 to 6 years of experience in public works or building construction
Comprehensive knowledge of City, State, and Federal Codes and Specifications relative to Public Works Construction
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal & State requirements for Safety (OSHA), Accessibility and Pollution Control
Comprehensive knowledge of the Engineering Code of Ordinances
Comprehensive knowledge of Public Works construction means & methods
Comprehensive knowledge of construction scheduling and sequencing
Comprehensive knowledge of basic Quality Assurance & Control processes including specific material testing procedures
Skill in basic computer office software
Skill in high school level mathematics
Ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications and construction plans
Ability to learn new technologies, procedures and specifications
Ability to work effectively with people in order to accomplish project goals
Ability to maintain a broad perspective on projects and anticipate problems
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
Ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Provide quality assurance and quality control of public works construction performed by both city contractors and private development contractors.
Conduct project management of City projects and contractors including becoming familiar with contractor’s CPM (critical path method) schedule while reviewing daily construction progress, identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Maintain project documentation for city and private development projects and right-of way permitted work.
Maintain storm water quality compliance with Federal, State and City requirements on both city and private projects.
Coordinate and oversee activity in city right-of-way, easements and flood plains.
Provide daily observation of jobsites for general compliance with OSHA requirements.
May inspect right-of-ways and issue citations for violations.
May review/approve Right of Way permits as required.

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