Construction Inspector IIIAssociate Construction Inspector Public Works

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The City of San José the Capital of Silicon Valley is one of the nations best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover San José is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity Innovation Excellence Collaboration Respect and Celebration. The Citys Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the Citys employees.

The Public Works Department is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure maintaining City facilities and fleet assets facilitating and regulating development activities and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service partnering with the community and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

The total salary range(s) for these classifications are:

Construction Inspector I:$78514.80 - $95659.20

Construction Inspector II:$ 88866.96 - $108217.20

Associate Construction Inspector$100332.96 - $121954.56

This range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates qualifications and experience.

The Department of Public Works is currently seeking to fill one full-time vacancy in the Engineering Services Division.

The Associate Construction Inspectors assigned to the Construction Management Services-Utility (CMS-Fee) Section is responsible for technical inspection services to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications. The CMS-Fee Section supports the work being performed by utility companies to construct public infrastructure that will be operated and maintained by the City including storm and sanitary facilities streets curb/gutter/sidewalk street lights traffic signals etc.. Typical duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Reviews plans and specifications to determine proper testing requirements and standards.
• Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of streets alleys sidewalks curbs gutters storm drains catch basins driveways approaches culverts sewers landscaping etc. for compliance with plans.
• Inspects actual field construction from rough grading to finished paving of streets including installation of storm and sanitary sewer systems concrete structures utility installations street lights traffic signal systems etc.
• Schedules final inspections and recommends acceptance of projects.
• Determines the acceptability of materials especially when there is a question of inferior quality including researching and reviewing records logs and data of various kinds.
• Ensures conformance to Cal/OSHA safety regulations including shoring of trenches proper use of equipment and machines and adequate public traffic control.
• Employees may be required to lift test equipment tools and construction materials with the use of proper equipment.
• Performs Public Works emergency duties such as flood watch when required.
• Investigate and respond to construction inquires/complaints from other departments or the public.
• Be a mentee for Senior Construction Inspector and assigned to specific inspection area.
• Be available to work various shifts; day nights and weekends.

Education and Experience:

Construction Inspector I:Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development GED Test or California Proficiency Certificate).

Construction Inspector II:Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development GED Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND two (2) years of construction trades or construction inspection experience.

Associate Construction Inspector:Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development GED Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND four (4) years of construction trades or construction inspection experience including two (2) years in any combination of the following: construction or infrastructure inspection drafting or reviewing plans and specifications materials sampling and testing traffic engineering or surveying.

Acceptable Substitutions:

Completion of an associate degree in engineering technology construction management or closely related field from an accredited junior college or two (2) years of college coursework in engineering technology or related subjects courses may be substituted for two (2) years of the construction trades or construction inspection experience.

Form 700 requirement

This position requires a disclosure of outside investments real property interest income and business positions. You must complete and file an Assuming Office Form 700 with the City Clerks Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook MS Word MS PowerPoint MS Access and MS Excel.

Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities work processes timeframes performance expectations organizational culture or work environment.

Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position.

Problem Solving Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

Reliability- Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other peoples ideas and thoughts.

Physical Requirements:Lift carry push and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 40 pounds or heavier weights in all cases with the use of proper equipment.

The following is a general statement for the classification. Individual positions may have additional or different physical/environmental elements.

Possess ability to:

• Move between/within work areas including but not limited to sitting walking and standing on various surfaces turning bending grasping and making repetitive hand movements;
• Maintain professional demeanor during interactions with staff customers and the public.

When assigned to an office environment possess ability to:

• Operate access enter and retrieve data using standard office equipment including but not limited to a computer or tablet;
• Read printed materials and a computer screen;
• Communicate in person and over the telephone;
• Be exposed to moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.

When assigned to field inspection possess ability to:

• Work in and inspect changing site conditions and work in progress;
• Carry loads of 40 pounds or heavier over uneven/undeveloped terrain on construction sites;
• Perform light to medium physical work including climbing/descending ladders;
• Operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites;
• Safely work within traffic-controlled areas of active roadways;
• Have the ability to on occasion work unusually scheduled shifts including overtime nights and weekends.

Be exposed to unpredictable working conditions including but not limited to loud noise levels inclement weather conditions road hazards vibration confined workspaces toxic or caustic chemicals hazardous physical substances fumes odors gases dust and air contaminants.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions the selection or hiring processes please contact Charmaine Guerrero at .

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not acceptedthrough CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION please email and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be avaluable tool for learning research and professional growth. We encouragecandidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials liveassessments and interviews. Howeverwe value authenticity accuracy and truthfulness.Application responses and interview answers must reflect your ownknowledge skills and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation it cannotreplace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensuresfairnesstransparency and equityfor all applicants in the hiring process.