Field Apprentice: Highway & Sewer Inspector

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Transportation is seeking an Apprentice Highway and Sewer Inspector for a structured apprenticeship program. The role involves responding to roadway defect complaints, inspecting openings by utilities and contractors, and evaluating conditions for corrective actions.

You will route daily work, prepare reports, and maintain field and office gear, including DASH records. The program features progressive salary steps by year and requires follow-through on probationary

Qualifications

• Candidates should have good writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Preferred but not required: four-year high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Respond to complaints regarding roadway defects and inspect openings by utilities and contractors.
• Evaluate conditions and issue corrective actions or notices of violation as needed.
• Route daily work, submit reports and sketches, and maintain field and office equipment.
• Appear in court when necessary and operate a passenger vehicle; monitor mileage.
• Maintain DASH records and related field/office equipment.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

New York City Department of Transportation is seeking an Apprentice Highway and Sewer Inspector for a structured apprenticeship program. The role involves responding to roadway defect complaints, inspecting openings by utilities and contractors, and evaluating conditions for corrective actions.

You will route daily work, prepare reports, and maintain field and office gear, including DASH records. The program features progressive salary steps by year and requires follow-through on probationary