Field Operation Inspector

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Antonio is seeking a maintenance professional to investigate, record, and respond to maintenance or televising needs for public infrastructure. Work is outdoors and in underground drainage systems with confined spaces, exposed to weather, dust, and noise.

No supervision but requires proactive field work and safety awareness. Responsibilities include site visits, determining ownership, planning repairs, documenting work, coordinating with crews, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalence required.
• Three years of experience in field construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conducts site visits to assess requests.
• Respond to maintenance or repair situations for public infrastructures.
• Determine ownership and responsibility for maintenance areas.
• Determine type of maintenance or repair needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and procedures.
• Coordinate with personnel for maintenance and repairs.
• Plan and control work zone traffic.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Time estimation

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Lagan

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for investigating, recording, and/or responding for maintenance, repair or televising of the City public infrastructure and makes preliminary determination of type of work required. Working conditions are primarily outside and in underground drainage systems with confined spaces. Outdoor environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust; damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, animal/insect bites, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. Exercises no supervision.

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for investigating, recording, and/or responding for maintenance, repair or televising of the City public infrastructure and makes preliminary determination of type of work required. Working conditions are primarily outside and in underground drainage systems with confined spaces. Outdoor environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust; damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, animal/insect bites, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

Northeast Service Center - 10303 Tool Yard, San Antonio, TX 78233

Work Hours

7:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts site visits to assess requests.
• Respond to situations where maintenance or repair of public infrastructures may need to be performed, frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 25 pounds.
• Determines ownership and responsibility for areas in need of maintenance or repair.
• Determines type of maintenance or repair to be completed.
• Ensures compliance with safety and equipment standards, standard operating procedures and service level agreements.
• Coordinates with appropriate personnel for maintenance and repairs.
• Plans, coordinates, and controls work zone traffic.
• Prepares reports and maintains necessary records of work scheduled and performed.
• May have to perform minor maintenance and repairs when applicable.
• Perform related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in field construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Road construction methods and Knowledge.
• Two (2) years' experience with SAP and Lagan.
• Two (2) years' experience in customer service.
• Two (2) years' experience with street construction.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of stream restoration, vegetation control, street construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and materials used in the maintenance and construction of drainage ditch systems.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques used in the demolition and construction of concrete drain structures.
• Knowledge of sign installation procedures, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair for daily operations.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures related to maintenance.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer, associated software, and a two-way radio.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to utilize all tools and equipment needed to perform daily functions.
• Ability to estimate necessary time, materials and supplies needed to complete tasks.
• Ability to plan, organize and develop the work of a group of employees.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.