Public Works Inspector Iii-Current Metro Public Works Employees Only

YOU MUST BE A  CURRENT METRO GOVT PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspects construction of roadways, sidewalks, and appurtenances; within public right-of-way

Ensures compliance with local ordinances and plans and specifications

Responds to complaints and inquiries from the public, and resolves problems and concerns

Mentors and oversees the training of Public Works Inspector I & II

Assists Inspector, Supervisors and ManagersUNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION

Assists in budget preparation and monitors and controls expenditures

Reviews construction and planning drawings, and analyzes and interprets blueprints and other technical information

Prepares cost estimates, bid specifications, and bid requests, and recommends the procurement of equipment, supplies, materials and services

Plans and schedules road construction, paving and drainage maintenance activities and projects, and coordinates logistics with utility companies

Investigates complaints, provides technical assistance and instruction, and recommends solutions to construction and maintenance problems

Reviews contractor performance bond agreements, and approves contractor payments

Prepares reports, correspondence and documents, and special projects

Evaluates projects, policies, and procedures for effectiveness, and recommends modifications and improvements

Responds to the public regarding right-of-way questions and problems

Attends meetings and provides information on right-of-way operations

Inspects sites proposed for right-of-way closure and submits recommendations

Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of installations and layouts

Prepares samples of materials for laboratory testing

Monitors work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to plans & specifications

Records quantities of materials received or used during specified periods

Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities and compares progress reports

Computes monthly estimates of work completed and approves quantities

Validates levels, alignment, and elevation of installations, using surveyor's level and transit

Conducts site distance, sidewalk, right-of-way obstructions, Handicap parking zone and fire hydrant inspections

Performs bond release inspections, reviews claims, gathers information for legal proceedings, and testifies in court

Trains Public Works Inspector I?s & II?s on codes and specifications, procedures, and record-keeping

Performs related work

High school diploma or the equivalent

WORK EXPERIENCE

Eight years of inspection in heavy highway, utility construction; survey or drafting

EQUIVALENCY

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Must be on 24 hour call

Must enroll in the University of Kentucky Technology Transfer Program (Road Scholars- Road Masters) upon employment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess or obtain American Concrete Institute (ACI) Level 1, Aggregate Sampling Technician, Grade Level 1 Technician, and Asphalt Field Technician certifications within six months of employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting

Must be able to work in extreme varying weather conditions

Walking, bending, stooping, climbing is required to access varying type of terrain including confined spaces and elevated surfaces

EOE