City and County of San Francisco

This class exists as part of the Street Inspector Trainee Program to develop professional competence as a journey level Street Inspector while working under the guidance and supervision of Public Works staff. Street Inspector trainees initially perform relatively routine tasks in support of the various divisions of Public Works. Work is performed under close supervision and is evaluated on the basis of progress in a structured work experience training program. Incumbents work with increased independence as professional competence is demonstrated. Demonstrated professional competence and successful completion of the structured training program leads to eligibility to compete for a 6230 Street Inspector position. Failure to achieve demonstrated professional competence or the inability to complete the training program results in loss of employment.

The 6229 Street Inspector Trainee class is the trainee class of the professional street inspector series. Initially under close supervision, the incumbents perform professional street inspection work while participating in a structured training program and training on street inspector methods, policies and procedures. This class is distinguished from class 6230 Street Inspector by the applicable structured training program requirements, the close guidance and supervision received, and the developmental nature of the class, whereas the 6230 Street Inspector independently performs the full range of inspection work required of the position.

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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