Inspector II - Public Works Operations Maintenance

Description / Position Overview

• Conduct technical Inspects of construction, replacement, and repair projects in the public right-of-way
• Respond to all grading complaints and thoroughly investigate to help resolve any conflicts that may arise
• Ensure all construction activities meet City codes, engineering standards, and local, state, and federal environmental regulations
• Coordinate with City staff, contractors, developers, and other agencies; provide technical guidance and documentation, including reports and records
• Understand storm drain operations, capabilities, and limitations of equipment
• Operate a single/tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander during snow removal operations
• Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, removing debris, and shoveling asphalt and snow
• Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

• Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive civil engineering inspection program
• Basic engineering designs and construction management
• Methods and techniques of concrete and materials testing and analysis; asphalt overlay, repair, and maintenance; and soil aggregates and associated pavement materials
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) regulations and requirements

• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrate experience with exemplifying leadership, exceptional collaboration, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering technology or a related field
• Inspection certifications in material testing, especially in asphalt paving, concrete placement, and drainage maintenance
• Experience with overseeing drainage functions
• Possess upon hire and ability to maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
  
  (NOTE: CURRENT CDLs MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.)

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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