Public Improvements Inspector I

Public Improvements Inspector I (Open Positions: 1)

Department: Public Works

Job Status: Full-Time

Shift: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu.

Rate of Pay: $25.93 - $31.12

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Status: Open Until Filled Apply Now

Job Description

The City of Saratoga Springs currently has an opening for a Public Improvements Inspector. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position with the Saratoga Springs Public Works Department of approximately 40 hours per week. This is position is under the specific supervision of the Lead Inspector and general supervision of the Assistant Public Works Director - Infrastructure.

Duties include inspecting City capital improvement projects along with infrastructure related projects and tasks. Persons hired will be required to maintain a communication link between the City Engineer, Assistant Public Works Director, contractors, and residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Inspects projects for compliance with contract plans and specifications, standards, permit/code requirements and other city, state and federal requirements

• Prepares and maintains a variety of construction records including daily reports, as-builts and force account logs

• Calculates, measures and documents all items of work performed for contract payments

• Ensures proper construction methods are utilized

• Reviews construction site for erosion control measures, monitors site runoff and advises contractor of corrective measures needed

• Reviews projects for safety, including traffic control, trenching operations, confined space entry, public safety, etc.

• Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, staff and the general public regarding assigned projects

• Issues stop orders when work does not comply with prescribed standards or approve contractor work on the site

• Attends pre-construction meetings in order to explain inspection standards and procedures to contractors and developers

• Attends various meetings and attends continuing education classes and seminars to keep current with construction materials and practices

• Utilizes basic GIS equipment to document the location of all of the City owned and maintained infrastructure

• Perform plan reviews and document changes that need to be made to the plans to ensure compliance to the City Standards and Specifications

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Note: This position requires a coverage schedule for Fridays. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in a Friday coverage schedule.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• An Associate's degree from an accredited college, or university with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering or a related field is preferred

• Two (2 ) or more years of responsible related experience in construction and engineering trades or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications Required (or an ability to obtain):

• Water Distribution I

• Registered Stormwater Inspector (RSI)

• OSHA Confined Space Certification

• OSHA Trench Safety Training

• First Aid and CPR Certification

• Utah Driver's license, or ability to obtain one before first day of work

• Commercial Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - • Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to public works construction; knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to construction, inspection, safety and traffic control; considerable knowledge of public works inspection methods and procedures

• Knowledge of construction materials and their use

• Knowledge of construction surveying practices and requirements

• Knowledge of environmental requirements and regulations relating to public works construction procedures

• Knowledge how secession at one phase of construction will affect a later phase or a post construction situation such as maintenance of the structure and often coordinate their activities with other staff members, departments or division of the City

• Basic knowledge of street signage as per MUTC

• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings, plans and specifications

• Ability to understand and apply material testing procedures and results

• Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems

• Ability to perform required mathematical computations

• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing, as well as negotiate and problem solve with contractors, developers, property owners, employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with construction personnel, equipment operators, supervisors and crews, and contractors

Working Conditions

• Work involves a moderate to heavy amount of physical effort with some instances of working outdoors in adverse weather and/or construction sites as well as working on or near traffic lanes

• May be required to move objects weighing up to 70 pounds

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range:

The full salary range is as follows, please note hiring will normally occur at the Minimum of the range and will not exceed the Midpoint of the range:

Minimum - $25.93/hr., Midpoint - $31.12/hr., Maximum - $36.30/hr.

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Benefits:

The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one of which has a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation), dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, an EAP (including mental health short-term counseling services) for the whole family, a free Teledoc program for the whole family, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and a HSA (health savings account) with an Employer match. The City also offers the employee the option to elect to add on Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage, and FSAs (flexible spending accounts).

The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). In addition, the City does not participate in Social Security so no Social Security taxes are deducted from your paycheck. In lieu of the City's Social Security contributions, the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan.

Leave time benefits include 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short-term medical accrued annually, and 11 holidays annually. The City also offers flexible workweek schedules (all schedules must be approved by the department head).

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Disclaimer

SUSPENSION OF PROCESS, ETC.:

The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, to waive any requirement set forth in this announcement, and to hire anyone as the City Manager or designee deems to be in the City's best interest, all subject to legal requirements. Any application in response to this Announcement is at the applicant's sole risk and expense. Although the City anticipates hiring one of the applicants responding to this announcement, there is no guaranty that any responding applicant will be hired.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the position. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skill required for the position.

Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• The City will provide reasonable accommodations as needed.

• Pre-employment drug testing, proof of employment eligibility, and background check required.

Application Special Instructions

The City of Saratoga only accepts applications using our on-line application available at www.saratogasprings-ut.gov. All candidates are required to submit an online application. Please attach any supporting documentation to your online applications such as a cover letter, resume, or proof of certifications.

Please contact the Human Resources Department at 801.766.9793X187 or 801.766.9793X121 or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.