$31.11-$38.30 Hourly / $5,393.00-$6,639.00 Monthly / $64,714.00-$79,664.00 Yearly
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
1. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in the performing site inspections of streets, sidewalks, trench excavations, and utility repair projects including inspecting the general condition or defects of streets and sidewalks; inspecting permit use for obstructions such as news racks, flower stands, restaurant furniture encroachments, produce stands, building construction, or other obstructions to paths of travel, especially with regard to compliance with the Americans with Disability Act and Title 24; inspecting excavation sites or sewer projects and utility companies to ensure that proper shoring practices and traffic and pedestrian safety procedures are followed.
2. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in inspecting the placement of signs, flyers, or notices within the public right-of-way; inspecting the placement or storage of refuse receptacles either on or visible from the public right-of-way.
3. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in reading and interpreting permits, plans and specifications to determine if condition and use of street, sidewalk, excavation, or repair projects are in compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, and permit conditions.
4. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in enforcing codes, regulations and ordinances by notifying responsible parties of the need to repair sidewalks or maintain structures and lots on their property; of non-compliance with permit use and of violations of health and safety codes and regulations, Title 24, or ADA mandates; performing follow-up inspections to ensure compliance.
5. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in investigating requests, inquiries, and claims related to public right-of-way, encroachment, permit use, appearance/condition of buildings, structures, or lots and public safety.
6. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in writing reports and correspondences such as field reports, inspections records, notifications for corrective action, letters, warnings, citations, meeting documentation, and preparing diagrams and reports regarding findings of investigations; using a computer for report-writing, correspondence, and data entry and retrieval.
7. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in performing exterior inspections of buildings, structures, and lots that would be classified as a public nuisance such as deteriorated painted structures, broken windows, deteriorated awnings, graffiti, accumulated litter or debris, overgrown vegetation and other quality of life issues.
8. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in communicating orally with a variety of people in meetings, conferences, hearings, and on the phone as well as in person with contractors, utility company representatives, property owners, permit holders, business owners, other City agencies, and the general public.
9. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in providing depositions and testimony in court proceedings as a City representative.
10. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in performing mathematical calculations including percentage, slope, area, and volume related to construction, maps, plans, and drawings.
11. Assist journey level Street Inspector classifications and receive training in operating a motor vehicle in the course of making site visits or attending meetings.
Knowledge of: Inspection practices and procedures for construction, maintenance, use, and repair of the public right-of-way; and safety procedures including an understanding of occupational hazards and procedures for accident prevention such as trench shoring, traffic and pedestrian safety requirements, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability and Skill to: Interpret, apply, and enforce codes, specifications, ordinances and regulations; promote, establish, and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively with a variety of people and groups; exercise independent judgment and self-initiative for problem solving; write field reports, notifications and citations for corrective action, and correspondences using a computer; perform basic mathematical calculations; and operate a motor vehicle; walk long distances and stand for extended periods of time, work in adverse weather conditions, and drive a vehicle to project sites and meetings.
These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.
Education:
Experience:
One (1) year of experience in construction related to streets, roadways and sidewalks; or in code enforcement affecting the public right-of-way; or in permit issuance; or construction materials testing; or plan checking related to construction, maintenance or use of the public right-of-way.
License and Certification:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
Substitution:
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
The nature of the work will require exposure to inclement weather conditions and will require exposure to hazardous materials and/or conditions found on construction sites and in an urban environment. Work on nights, weekends and/or holidays may be required.
PROMOTIVE LINES:
To: 6230 Street Inspector