Public Works Inspector

DESCRIPTION

THE CITY OF PLACENTIA IS NOW RECRUITING FOR THE POSITION OF PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR

4/10 Work Schedule Monday
- Thursday, 7:15 a.m.

- 6:15 p.m.

The filing.

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in your community? Our Public Works Department seeks a dedicated, hardworking individual to join our Inspection Division as a Public Works Inspector.

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works, the Public Works Inspector performs skilled and detailed inspections of engineering construction, maintenance, and public works projects; interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with contracts and work plans; prepares and recommends change orders and cost estimates; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Inspects a variety of public works construction and maintenance projects, such as sidewalks, concrete structures, driveways, sewer mains, curbs and gutters, retaining walls, earthwork, street excavation and patchwork, and storm drains.
• Ensures that construction and materials comply with contract standards and specifications, state laws, local ordinances, and proper construction practices.
• Reviews plans, specifications, and sites for construction projects, and prepares cost estimates and bid specifications.
• Locates and checks installation of sewer connections and layout of new sewer lines; monitors air tests and conducts grading inspections.
• Coordinates and inspects traffic signal installations and contractor services.
• Meets and confers with representatives of utility companies, contractors, engineers, and other public agencies regarding construction plans and specifications.
• Issues encroachment, transportation, and grading permits and inspects progress on private development and public works projects.
• Updates and drafts city maps on a variety of different scales; updates sewer and storm drain locations for new developments, issues new addresses for new developments.

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the City.

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, supplemented by college-level course work in construction and/or engineering; and three years of construction inspection experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Valid, current driver's license.

The City reasonably expects driving to be one of the job functions for the position, and the City reasonably believes that using an alternative form of transportation would not be comparable in travel time or cost to the City.

• None required.

The City of Placentia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please get in touch with the Human Resources Office at  before the filing deadline. We will attempt to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request, as reasonably possible.

The City of Placentia's Drug-Free Workplace Policy requires that all applicants undergo substance abuse testing prior to employment.

The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City is concerned regarding a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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Under California law (California Government Code Section ), all City of Placentia employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers, (DSW). In the event of a catastrophic event, City of Placentia employees may be expected to fulfill emergency action assignments. As DSW's, employees may be assigned to assist in any disaster service activity that promotes the protection of public health and safety and preservation of lives and property.

Schedule
- The City operates on a "4/10" work schedule.

• 2% @ 60 defined retirement plan (Classic…