Utility Construction Compliance Specialist

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In 1887, the City of Alameda paid $20,000 for the installations of 13 streetlights and a 90‑kW generating station to power them. And with that, the oldest public electric utility west of the Mississippi was created. Today, the City of Alameda is still in the power business and still a trendsetter. Now known as Alameda Municipal Power (AMP), we have survived over a century and a quarter of utility mergers that created behemoths in other places.

AMP has provided safe reliable power at lower rates without sacrificing service to power our community. We maintain local control so that we can re‑invest in the island and provide value to enrich our lives, businesses, and the community. We’ve seen a lot of change in 130 years, but through it all there’s been one constant:
We’re as committed today to delivering safe and reliable electricity to the residents and businesses of Alameda as we were in 1887. We’ll continue to invest in new and improved ways of doing business to manage costs, improve our service, and improve the environment.

The Utility Construction Compliance Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and integrity of the City’s utility systems. Under direction, this position examines and evaluates utility construction and maintenance work for full compliance with engineering plans, specifications, codes, and established City standards. The role includes reviewing and interpreting plans, conducting on‑site inspections at various stages of construction, performing field investigations, and reviewing Underground Survey Alerts to support safe and coordinated project activities.

This field‑focused and collaborative position works closely with contractors, City departments, outside agencies, and community groups, while also providing accurate field markings for underground utility lines and assisting in the development of project plans and specifications. Ideal candidates bring hands‑on experience in utility construction, maintenance, survey work, and compliance, along with strong technical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships.

For a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix here.

• CalPERS Retirement
  :
  Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution;
  New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.
• Medical
  :
  The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.
• Dental
  :
  Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
• Vacation
  :
  Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
• Holidays
  : 11 City Holidays.
• Floating Holidays
  : 6 days.
• Sick Leave
  : 96 hours annually.
• Deferred Compensation
  :
  Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.