Public Works Inspector

City of Oceanside, CA; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oceanside is seeking a Public Works Inspector to join the Development Services Department - Land Development division. The ideal candidate will have explicit geotechnical/soils inspection experience and will oversee on-site and off-site construction standards for streets, drainage, lighting, and landscape elements.

Responsibilities include attending pre-construction meetings, ensuring regulatory compliance, and preparing detailed reports on work progress and materials.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience inspecting public works construction (grading, streets, water/sewer, storm drains, landscape).
• Completion of the twelfth grade with specialized training in public works inspection.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.
• ACI or APWA Public Works Inspector certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect on-site and off-site construction of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, sewers, and utilities.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and on-site grading.
• Ensure regulatory approvals and erosion control / storm water measures are followed.
• Prepare and review designs, cost estimates, plans, specifications, and inspections.
• Review plans, check grades, test materials, and maintain records of quantities.
• Inspect landscape installations and private development plans within City responsibility.
• Issue stop-work orders or correction notices as needed and submit detailed progress reports.

Skills

Read and interpret plans

Inspect construction

Communicate clearly

Maintain records

Prepare reports

Work independently

Establish relationships

Education

High school diploma

Public works inspection training

ACI/APWA certification desirable

Tools

California driver's license

Job description

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Inspector. There is currently one vacancy in the Development Services Department - Land Development section. The ideal candidate for this position will possess direct geotechnical/soils inspection experience.

The Public Works Inspector inspects, in detail, the methods and materials used in the on-site and off-site construction of streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, sewers, water and lighting systems, catch basins, driveways, approaches, manholes and traffic light conduits; attends pre-construction meetings as well as on-site grading; ensures necessary approvals are obtained from appropriate regulatory agencies; ensures proper field implementation of erosion control and storm water pollution prevention measures; provides assistance on engineering or landscape projects in the preparation or review of designs, cost estimates, plans, specifications and inspections; examines all conditions existing on street right of ways; reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications, consulting with supervisor on deviations; checks grades, using string line or level as necessary; performs or reviews soils and materials tests to ensure conformance to specifications; investigates subgrade conditions for paving purposes; inspects compacting, finishing, grading, rolling, spreading of bituminous material and roadway base, rolling and finishing of ends and joints, applications of tack and seal coats and sand sealing operations; tests pavement thickness; calculates materials, converting volume measurements to weight for comparison to bid estimates; makes straight edge tests and orders proper reduction of high spots; inspects forms and concrete pouring; checks delivery tickets and analyzes mix; inspects a variety of underground structures, assuring authorized construction, trenching, line and grade, checking alignment of pipe and quality of joints; inspects backfilling of utility trenches; reviews and interprets environmental impact reports; implements decisions based on reports and plans from soil and environmental engineers; issues stop-work orders and/or correction notices relating to problems in the field; submits detailed reports on work progress and material quantities; conducts testing of water and sewer mains; ensures that landscape improvements are properly installed and maintained; plans new landscape installations and renovations; prepares landscape maintenance and installation specifications to amend or change City guidelines and requirements; inspects the work of contracted landscape workers to ensure compliance with all plans, schedules and City maintenance specifications; reviews plant materials, irrigation systems, erosion control, fire abatement, drainage and plant pest control problems; designs landscape and irrigation improvements and prepares cost estimates; reviews landscape and irrigation plans submitted by architects for private development that will become the City's maintenance responsibility; inspects the installation and ensures the ongoing maintenance of private landscapes; inspects medians requiring landscape maintenance by private property owners; and performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Modern principles of inspection techniques and materials used in assigned land development and public works projects.
• Acceptable safety standards and requirement in public works construction.
• City and local laws, codes, ordinances, specifications and standards relating to public works construction.
• Approved street construction methods and materials.
• Underground construction methods and safety requirements.
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods, practices, techniques and instruments used in engineering and mapping.
• Mathematics as applied to inspecting public works projects.
• Field practices of landscape construction.
• Operation of irrigation systems.
• Operation of traffic signals.
• Erosion control and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.
• Plant materials including identification, growth habits, nutritional requirements and pest control.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret basic public works construction plans, grade sheets and specifications.
• Apply proper inspection techniques to obtain specified construction defined by City requirements and contract awards.
• Understand grades and mixes of asphalt and cement construction materials.
• Estimate quantities and make accurate arithmetical calculations.
• Inspect the installation and maintenance of landscaped properties.
• Identify deviations from approved construction plans and take appropriate action.
• Maintain and update accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
• Work independently and efficiently to carry out assignments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:Two years experience inspecting public works construction which includes a wide variety of projects such as grading, street construction, water and sewer systems, storm drains and/or landscape.

Training:Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training involving inspection of public works projects.

License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

**Association of Construction Inspectors (ACI) or American Public Works Association (APWA) certification as a Public Works Inspector is desirable**

Environmental Conditions:

Office and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, smoke, fumes, gases; inclement weather conditions.

Physical Conditions:

Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing or walking for prolonged periods of time; entering and walking through construction sites; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read and interpret specifications and drawings and conduct public works inspections.

Selection Process:

All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification from the selection process. The process may include any combination of written exam, oral interview, application appraisal, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.

RÉSUMÉSARE NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS, BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

THE PROVISIONS IN THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.