Public Works Inspector I-II

JOB **THE CITY OF HEMET IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER** The City of Hemet is currently seeking an experienced Public Works Inspector I-II.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSInspects street, water, sewer, storm drainage construction work performed under contract to the City, including earth moving operations, placement of base materials, paving, utility placement, culvert construction, placing of concrete, landscaping, and construction of specialized facilities; enforces compliance with contract plans and specifications; computes contractor work in progress; initiates ·work order changes; interprets and coordinates contract provisions with contractor.
Inspects private development construction work, including concrete forms placement, reinforcing steel and placement, consolidation, and curing of concrete; enforces compliance with plans, specifications, City standards and proper construction practices for work such as installation of water lines, sewer, utility conduits, landscape improvements, construction of storm drains, culverts, flood control channels, catch basins, junction structures, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, and streets; stipulates correction and repairs necessary before final acceptance is made; insures proper placement and maintenance of signs, barricades and warning devices; recommends to supervisor acceptance of public improvements in completed private developments.
Reviews plans and specifications of proposed construction; holds pre­ construction conferences; notifies affected utilities, public safety agencies, and the public regarding proposed construction; performs final inspection and ensures completion of necessary corrections; reviews "as- built " plans for accuracy.
Inspects adjacent properties for damages from construction activity; coordinates inspections with other City departments; performs necessary field tests; confers with city engineering staff on design problems encountered in the field.
Coordinates with other City departments, developers, contractors, and utility agencies; maintains log books and records of inspection.
Checks materials to ensure compliance with job specifications; makes calculations in the field.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING CONDITIONSPosition requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard.
Additionally, the position requires both near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents.
Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.
Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold.
The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles.
The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
SELECTION PROCESSAll properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral board interview, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications.
Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list which will remain valid for a minimum of twelve months.
Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination.
Drug screening may be required.
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.
CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.
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