JOB
This is a non-exempt position which is responsible work in assisting the Capital Improvements Administrator in the daily oversight of Utilities water and wastewater improvement projects and private development projects throughout the City. Employees in this class are responsible for the inspection of a variety of water and sewer construction projects. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance to contractors, maintaining daily progress reports, investigating complaints and requests, and ensuring compliance of contractors with contract/construction plans and specifications. Incumbents exercise independent judgment in the application of construction inspection methods and techniques to the inspection of large and complex water and sewer construction projects. Supervision is received from a technical superior who reviews work for effective inspections of water and sewer construction projects through all phases of the construction process. Work is performed under supervision of the Capital Improvements Administrator.
Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Conduct Pre-construction meetings with Engineers and Contractors
Performs night time inspection when required
Attend Predevelopment and Development Review Committee meetings in the Capital Improvements Administrators absence
Observes the work performed by underground contractors for a variety of water and sewer construction projects.
Works closely with Engineer of record to ensure proper installation and compliance with code.
Daily liaison between contractor, public, City and other government agencies.
Assures City standards and safety requirements are maintained at all utility construction projects.
Researches technical information needed for capital improvement projects.
Prepares list of deficiencies, inspection reports and field book entries.
Compiles and maintains accurate records.
Resolves customer complaints related to construction projects.
This position does not have final procurement authority.
Performs related work as required and directed. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION This is a designated "Will Call Recovery" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.
