Field Operations Inspector - Street Operations

City of San Antonio; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to investigate, document, and respond to requests for public infrastructure maintenance and repair. The role works outdoors, often in drainage systems, with exposure to temperature extremes and construction environments.

Responsibilities include site visits, determining ownership and type of work, coordinating with staff, and ensuring safety/regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by TEA or regional accrediting agency.
• Experience in field construction and maintenance is required (3 years).
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License is required.
• Preferred: SAP and Lagan experience, customer service, and street construction knowledge.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Skills

Stream restoration

Vegetation control

Street construction

Maintenance

PC proficiency

Two-way radio

Communication

Record keeping

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

SAP

Lagan

Job description

Under direction, is responsible for investigating, recording, and/or responding for maintenance, repair 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 - 1318 Se Loop 410, San Antonio TX, 78220, TX 78220

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday

• 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.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• 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 SAPand 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 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.