Street Maintenance Inspector ES
Street Maintenance Inspector ES
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$ 43680 - 56160
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General Summary
- This Street Maintenance Inspectorposition helps to assure quality work from contractors working on City streets or within the Citys rightofway. Performs responsible technical work inspecting street maintenance and construction work performed by private contractors for specification compliance to local and state requirements. Position also performs field inspections for both Erosion and Sediment (E&S) and stormwater compliance. Does related work as required. Primarily and most frequently the work done here is performed independently with diverse functional areas and more specialization and ability to consult on the work of others. Depending on assignment reports to the Erosion & Sediment/VSMP Program Manager.
The preferred hiring range for this position is between $21.00 $27.00 an hour $48680.00 $56160.00 Annually).As of March 28 2024 this position is in theLabor and Trades bargaining unitin accordance with the CitysCollective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22128. Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education experience and internal equity. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. The parties are in the process of negotiating the collective bargaining agreement which will take effect on July 1 2025.
This is a fulltime nonexempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays 1 floating holiday paid vacation and sick leave health insurance options with employer contribution employerpaid life insurance Citys retirement options gym membership reimbursement and continuing education/training opportunities.- For a general summary of benefits offered by the City please click the benefits tab on this posting or visit City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement systemand does not participate in VRS however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement please contact the Citys Benefits Administrator at.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Notifies contractors in writing or verbally of deviations or errors and advises as to corrective action;
- Keeps daily progress records prepares reports;
- Follows up on reports of contractor damage to public and private property ensures repairs are satisfactorily completed.
- May confirm qualifications of contractor personnel as needed;
- Inspects commercial and residential construction sites for private and public development for compliance with Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) plans Stormwater Management (SWM) plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).
- Prepares and transmits inspection reports detailing findings of corrective actions. May also be required to determine effectiveness of plans and review findings with engineering staff as needed.
- Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of the Citys streets sidewalks gutters storm drains catch basins driveways approaches culverts etc.
- Inspects subgrades formwork reinforcing placement and finishing of various types of concrete applications (curbs sidewalks stairs ADA ramps etc. in accordance with City and VDOT specifications and standards.
- Inspects soils concerning the removal of unsuitable materials placement and compaction of fill material and preparation of subbase and base materials for work within the ROW in accordance with City and VDOT standards.
- May apply knowledge of ESC standards and specifications as well as applicable ESC and SWM laws and regulations.
- Performs related tasks as required.
Education Experience and Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of three 3 years of experience in street or traffic maintenance required.
- Possession of valid Drivers License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia required(To view our driving eligibility requirements visit successfully pass a preemployment physical.
- Requires the possession of the following certifications and trainings or ability to obtain within the first 36 months of employment:
- ACI Inspector Grade I
- Asphalt Field Level I
- Soils and Aggregate Compaction
- Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Inspector
- Stormwater Management (SWM) Inspector
Skills:Thorough knowledge of street milling and paving practices concrete formwork and placement subgrade preparation and techniques materials equipment hazards and necessary safety precautions relating to related work. Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors state officials property owners and others to ensure satisfactory compliance with specification and standards; ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports; ability to work independently. Proficiency in street infrastructure requirements and relevant contractual issues. Must be knowledgeable in the requirements of ADA regulations as it pertains to work within the ROW. Knowledgeable and able to manage third party testing/inspection firms as applicable. Ability to interpret and apply City and State requirements; ability to read and interpret blueprints or specifications. Depending on area of assignment may also require thorough knowledge of general roadway construction traffic plans Erosion and Sediment Control measures Stormwater Management practices Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan implementation and/or the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
- Standard office work environment less than 20 of the time. The majority of duties are performed in the field.
Work is performed around moving mechanical parts and traffic/roadways. Work requires exposure to loud noise chemicals/hazardous waste fumes/airborne particles electrical hazards and fuels including diesel gasoline and kerosene. Work requires ability to drive light and heavy equipment.
Work requires exposure to extreme weather conditions.
Physical demands include frequent reaching standing and standing; occasional stooping kneeling crouching lifting fingering grasping and repetitive motion; and rarely crawling pushing pulling and feeling. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 30 lbs. frequently and/or 10 lbs. constantly to move objects. Must be able to hear and communicate effectively with or without accommodation.
Must be available to work nights weekends holidays and weather and nonweather emergency oncall. This position may be subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth and pregnancyrelated conditions) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee activities access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.
Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources ator .
The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks reference checks and preemployment drug tests in accordance with federal state and local law of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection Citys policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of in the Commonwealth of Virginia. remains an illegal drug under federal law and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the Citys policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for .
Employment Type
Full-Time
