Work Zone Inspector

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Starting Salary: $24.07-$36.12 (depending on experience)

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

To increase your chances of being considered for the position, please submit a resume, cover letter, or other document (PDF format preferred) explaining your work history, experience, and qualifications OR you can fill out your Work History in this application.

About this Position

The Engineering Work Zone Inspector conducts technical inspections of Temporary Traffic Control Work Zones (TTC) to secure compliance with specifications and City ordinances for construction, maintenance, or utility work being performed on the public streets. The Work Zone Inspector's work involves responsibility for reviewing TTC plans, issuing permits, and inspecting TTC installations to determine whether plans and materials conform with established City of Edmond Work Zone policy requirements and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

We are looking for someone wanting to work in a fun, family-oriented environment that prioritizes work-life balance. We are engineers, technicians and construction professionals influencing the quality of life in a progressive, vibrant city consistently rated as one of the best places to live. We think a job should be engaging, gratifying, and meaningful. Join our team and find out just how amazing work life can be!

Responsibilities

• Meet with contractors, developers, engineers, city departments, and public and private utility companies to discuss work zone policy requirements

• Review work zone plans against the City's work zone policy and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)

• Issue temporary work zone permits

• Make field inspections of temporary work zones to ensure compliance

• Prepare reports and maintain inspection logbook/records on inspection activity and the status of all work zones in progress

• Read and stay current on part six of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation standard specifications for traffic control facilities

• Interpret TTC requirements and recommend compliance procedures to contractors and owners

• Create maps using the City's Arc Map system to show current locations, durations, ownership, and contact names of all current and proposed work zones in the City

• Work with the City's Risk Management Department to conduct TTC training classes for City crews responsible for setting up work zones on city streets

• Attend work zone safety conferences

• Maintain City-wide traffic counts

• Observe conditions and issue notices for corrections

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 2 years of related experience and/or training

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 7-11 months of management experience

• People and/or project management

• Must possess, or obtain within one year of employment, Traffic Control certification from the American Traffic Safety Services Association, or certification from another national organization

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Necessary Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Office, etc.)

• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position

• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance

• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents

• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits

• Paid parental leave

• Potential for bilingual pay

• A tangible impact to the Engineering Department and residents in the City of Edmond

• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant's and/or employee's race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual's membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.