Street Maintenance Inspector; E&S

Overview

The City s Street Maintenance Inspector performs responsible technical work inspecting and ensuring the quality of work and compliance with local and state requirements with contractors working on City streets and within the City s right-of-way. Performs field inspections for Erosion and Sediment (E&S) and stormwater compliance. Work is performed under the supervision of the E&S Program Manager. As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the City s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No.

22-128). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of Continuous.

• Inspects commercial and residential construction sites for private and public development for compliance with Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) plans, Stormwater Management (SWM) plans, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), including new and existing stormwater facilities.
• Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of the City s streets, sidewalks, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, driveways, approaches, culverts, etc.
• Examines construction methods and materials used to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Assists in conducting routine inspections on an annual basis of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) to ensure proper function.
• Attends pre-construction meetings for both E&S and SWM and progress meetings, as needed.
• Assists in providing technical support or information to contractors, developers and owners of construction projects, both public and private.
• Participates in trainings and conferences to keep up to date on regulations and compliance strategies pertinent to the job and to maintain required certifications.
• May be required to determine effectiveness of plans and review findings with engineering staff as needed.
• Ensures all projects comply with ESC standards and specifications as well as applicable ESC and SWM laws and regulations.
• Inspects subgrades, formwork, reinforcing, placement and finishing of various types of concrete applications (curbs, sidewalks, stairs, ADA ramps, etc.) in accordance with City and VDOT specifications and standards.
• Inspects soils concerning the removal of unsuitable materials, placement and compaction of fill material and preparation of subbase and base materials for work within the ROW in accordance with City and VDOT standards.
• Prepares inspection reports and notifies contractors and/or supervisor in writing or verbally of findings, deviations or errors and advises as to corrective action.
• Keeps daily progress records, prepares reports.
• Follows up on reports of contractor damage to public and private property, ensures repairs are satisfactorily completed.
• Ensures proper control measures are taken by contractor, responds to emails and complaints regarding measures on construction sites. Ensures proper public notifications of such work.
• Communicates effectively with the public and contractors.
• May confirm qualifications of contractor personnel as needed.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Subject to be called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

• High school diploma or GED AND 2 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspections, or related area.

• OR

• 4 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspections, or related area.

• OR

• An…