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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 The City of Saratoga Springs currently has an opening for a Public Improvements Inspector. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position with the Saratoga Springs Public Works Department of approximately 40 hours per week. This is position is under the specific supervision of the Lead Inspector and general supervision of the Assistant Public Works Director - Infrastructure.
 
 
 Duties include inspecting City capital improvement projects along with infrastructure related projects and tasks. Persons hired will be required to maintain a communication link between the City Engineer, Assistant Public Works Director, contractors, and residents.
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Inspects projects for compliance with contract plans and specifications, standards, permit/code requirements and other city, state and federal requirements
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 Prepares and maintains a variety of construction records including daily reports, as- builts and force account logs
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 Calculates, measures and documents all items of work performed for contract payment
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 Ensures proper construction methods are utilized
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 Reviews construction site for erosion control measures, monitors site runoff and advise contractor of corrective measures needed
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 Reviews projects for safety, including traffic control, trenching operations, confined space entry, public safety, etc.
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 Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, staff and the general public regarding assigned projects
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 Issues stop orders when work does not comply with prescribed standards or approve contractor work on the site
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 Attends pre-construction meetings in order to explain inspection standards and procedures to contractors and developers
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 Attends various meetings and attends continuing education classes and seminars to keep current with construction materials and practices
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 Utilizes basic GIS equipment to document the location of all of the City owned and maintained infrastructure
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 Perform plan reviews and document changes that need to be made to the plans to ensure compliance to the City Standards and Specifications
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 Performs other duties as assigned
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 Note: This position requires a coverage schedule for Fridays. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in a Friday coverage schedule.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Public Improvements Inspector I
 
 (See Attachment for Full Job Description)
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
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 High School Diploma or equivalent. And
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 Two (2) years of responsible related experience in construction and engineering trades or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
 
 
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 Certifications
 
 
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 Water Distribution I
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 OSHA Trench Safety Training
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 First Aid and CPR Certification
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 Utah Commercial Driver's license
 
 
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 Public Improvements Inspector II
 
 (See Attachment for Full Job Description)
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
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 An Associate's level degree from an accredited college, or university with an emphasis in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering or a related field
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 Four (4) years of responsible related experience in construction and engineering trades or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
 
 
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 Certifications
 
 
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 Water Distribution I
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 OSHA Trench Safety Training
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 First Aid and CPR Certification
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 Utah Commercial Driver's license
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 OSHA Confined Space Certification
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 Certified Asphalt Inspector
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 Registered Storm Water Inspector (RSI)
 
 
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 Public Improvements Inspector III
 
 (See Attachment for Full Job Description)
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
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 An Associate's level degree from an accredited college, or university with an emphasis in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering or a related field
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 Six (6) years of responsible related experience in construction and engineering trades or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
 
 
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 Certifications
 
 
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 Water Operator I
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 Water Distribution IV
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 OSHA Trench Safety Training
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 First Aid and CPR Certification
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 Utah Commercial Driver's license
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 OSHA Confined Space Certification
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 Certified Asphalt Inspector
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 Registered Storm Water Inspector (RSI)
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 OSHA 10 Certification
 
 
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 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
 
 
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 Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to public works construction; knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to construction, inspection, safety and traffic control; considerable knowledge of public works inspection methods and procedures
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 Knowledge of construction materials and their use
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 Knowledge of construction surveying practices and requirements
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 Knowledge of environmental requirements and regulations relating to public works construction procedures
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 Knowledge how secession at one phase of construction will affect a later phase or a post construction situation such as maintenance of the structure and often coordinate their activities with other staff members, departments or division of the City
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 Basic knowledge of street signage as per MUTC
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 Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings, plans and specifications
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 Ability to understand and apply material testing procedures and results
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 Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field and office data, reports and systems
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 Ability to perform required mathematical computations
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 Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing, as well as negotiate and problem solve with contractors, developers, property owners, employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public
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 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with construction personnel, equipment operators, supervisors and crews, and contractors
 
 
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 Working Conditions
 
 
 
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 Work involves a moderate to heavy amount of physical effort with some instances of working outdoors in adverse weather and/or construction sites as well as working on or near traffic lanes
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 May be required to move objects weighing up to 70 pounds
 
 
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 Compensation And Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Salary Range:
 
 
 The Full Salary Range Is As Follows, Please Note Hiring Will Normally Occur At The Minimum Of The Range And Will Not Exceed The Midpoint Of The Range:
 
 
 
 Public Improvements Inspector I
 
 
 
 Minimum - $26.91/hr., Midpoint - $32.29/hr., Maximum - $37.68/hr.
 
 
 
 Public Improvements Inspector II
 
 
 
 Minimum - $28.26/hr., Midpoint - $33.91/hr., Maximum - $39.56/hr.
 
 
 
 Public Improvements Inspector III
 
 
 
 Minimum - $31.49/hr., Midpoint - $37.79/hr., Maximum - $44.08/hr.
 
 
 
 Benefits:
 
 
 
 The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one of which has a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation), dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, an EAP (including mental health short- term counseling services) for the whole family, a free Teledoc program for the whole family, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and a HSA (health savings account) with an Employer match. The City also offers the employee the option to elect to add on Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage, and FSAs (flexible spending accounts).
 
 
 The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). In addition, the City does not participate in Social Security so no Social Security taxes are deducted from your paycheck. In lieu of the City's Social Security contributions, the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401 (k) retirement plan.
 
 
 Leave time benefits include 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short -term medical accrued annually, and 11 holidays annually.
 
 
 
 Closing Date:
 
 
 
 Open Until Filled
 
 
 
 Schedule:
 
 
 
 Monday - Thursday: 6:30 am - 5:30 pm with rotating Fridays.
 
 
 
 Disclaimer
 
 
 
 
 Suspension Of Process, Etc.:
 
 
 
 The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, to waive any requirement set forth in this announcement, and to hire anyone as the City Manager or designee deems to be in the City's best interest, all subject to legal requirements. Any application in response to this Announcement is at the applicant's sole risk and expense. Although the City anticipates hiring one of the applicants responding to this announcement, there is no guaranty that any responding applicant will be hired.
 
 
 This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the position. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skill required for the position.
 
 
 Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
 
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 The City will provide reasonable accommodations as needed.
 
 
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 Pre-employment drug testing, proof of employment eligibility, and background check required.
 
 
 
 
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