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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPW - Public Works Inspector City of Port Townsend Job Description Public Works Inspector Classification title: Public Works Inspector Working title: Public Works Inspector Department: Capital Projects and Engineering – Public Works Department Union: Teamsters FLSA status: Non-Exempt Wage Classification: 23 Hours: Full Time Effective date: 4-22-15 content Reports to: City Engineer Civil Service: No JOB SUMMARY Inspect public works capital improvement projects and private development construction projects for conformance with design plans, specifications, design standards and project specifications. Maintain inspection records and coordinate materials testing. Process and issue Minor Improvement and Street and Utility Development permits. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform a variety of technical civil engineering functions including field inspections, plan checking, and issuing permits. • Inspect public works construction projects for conformance with the project drawings and specifications and with APWA, Washington State DOT, and with City of Port Townsend Engineering Design Standards and ordinances, and those of other regulatory agencies and Departments as may be applicable to any given project. • Prepare and/or assist in preparation of public works development permits; establish conditions of approval for developer projects; review, process, issue and track street and utility development permits. • Prepare and maintain accurate records of public works projects and private development projects including inspection reports, test results, "as-built" conditions and other pertinent information. • Review public and private construction drawings for compliance with applicable construction standards and technical specifications. • Perform periodic and final field inspections of developer-installed public improvement installations, such as: water mains, sewage lift stations, sanitary and storm sewers, temporary erosion control facilities, storm water retention facilities, streets and sidewalks, to assure compliance with construction standards and city requirements. • Evaluate, recommend and implement necessary field revisions to approved designs in order to satisfy site conditions as may be encountered. • Prepare periodic project status reports and a final inspection report upon project completion. • Conduct and/or coordinate material testing for public works projects including concrete mixes, asphalt testing and soil compaction. • Conducts air or water tests, or arrange for the testing, of sanitary sewers including side sewers, pressure and purity tests of water systems. • Respond to public inquiries, complaints and/or enforcement relating to construction and other Job Title, Date activities in city rights-of-way. Provide front counter assistance for developer inquiries. Document and resolve public complaints. • Represent the City at meetings with developers and with the general public. Attend or assist with preapplication technical conferences for private development. • Observe for safety hazards on job sites and modifies procedures as required to ensure safe working conditions for contractors, employees and the public • Assist in preparing and updating the City of Port Townsend engineering design standards and specifications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • General working knowledge of the principals and practices of public works construction and basic engineering of civil works. • Knowledge of standard public works construction materials and methods and with material testing practices, (compaction, pressure testing, concrete strength). • Knowledge of construction standards such as WSDOT, APWA, Asphalt Institute, and AASHTO. • Maintains knowledge of current construction codes and changes in industry standards related to construction material and procedure developments. • Ability to work with contractors and the public in a professional, courteous, and knowledgeable manner and manage multiple tasks with deadlines. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, make quantity takeoffs, prepare drawings of engineering details and keep accurate as-built information. • Prepare and maintain accurate records and files, including project records and inspection reports • Ability to work independently from general instructions and broad work expectations. Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. QUALIFICATIONS Required • Graduation from high school, with two year degree in civil engineering technology preferred; and a minimum six (6) years of relevant experience in public works construction and inspection, or any equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience. • Able to obtain erosion control certification (CESCL) within 6 months Preferred • WORKING CONDITIONS The work involves office as well as field work. Work at construction sites takes place under all weather conditions. Hazards at construction sites include: falling objects, loose footing, construction equipment, and vehicular traffic. The job functions may require climbing ladders, work on scaffolding, and work in trenches or other underground or confined spaces. Job Title, Date This job description complies with the City’s policy on appropriate attire for the workplace. All employees who conduct work in the field for the City shall wear protective clothing as required in the State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries: Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Chapter 296-24 WAC; General Occupational Health Standards Chapter 296-62 WAC; and, Safety Standards for Construction Work Chapter 296-155 WAC. Employees are required to report to their supervisor the lack of adequate protective clothing before engaging in field services. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OTHER CITY REQUIREMENTS • Punctual and consistent attendance • Possess a Washington Drivers License and maintain a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier. • Dress and grooming appropriate to the position. • Safety attire, equipment and practices appropriate to the position. • Deal tactfully and courteously with the public. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees The City of Port Townsend is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City employs, retains, promotes, disciplines and otherwise treats all employees and job applicants strictly on the basis of job- related qualifications and competence. These policies and all employment practices shall be applied without regard to any individual's sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation (including gender identity), pregnancy, age, marital status, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisors. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and the employee and is subject to change as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.