What are the responsibilities and job description for the Right-of-Way (ROW) Inspector position at City of Arlington?
Salary:
$25.02 - $31.27Job Details:
Under general direction, inspects the construction of public improvement projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and city standards. Incumbent is subject to fume/odor, dust/mites, mechanical and radiation hazards.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Inspect workmanship, materials and constructions of paving, drainage, water, sewer, and gas transmission lines to ensure compliance with plans and specifications and oversee Corps of Engineers mitigation.
- Monitor traffic control devices, monitor Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Trench Safety Systems.
- Maintain electronic diary, issue work orders and supplemental agreements to construction activities, estimate all construction activities and completed quantities.
- Process monthly pay estimates.
- Review plans and specifications prior to construction including attending pre-bid and pre-construction meetings.
- Enforce regulations of Confined Space Entry and Rescue.
- Video projects before and after construction.
- Assure that specifications for street utilities material testing requirements are met.
- Respond to after-hours and weekend emergencies and coordinate with contractors as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of public works construction practices and materials.
- Knowledge of all phases of construction inspection procedures, methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of construction materials testing for concrete, asphalt and soils.
- Knowledge of construction layout surveying.
- Knowledge of accepted safety practices in public works construction.
- Knowledge of construction scheduling, work prioritization and work methods.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and other specialized software programs relevant to the construction
- Skill in conducting field inspections.
- Skill in communicating with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
- Skill in performing mathematical calculations including percentages and multiplication in determining volume and
- surface area.
- Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
- Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means
Skill with organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret public works construction plans and specifications.
- Ability to judge materials, methods, and workmanship in relation to requirements.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
- Ability to work independently under general instructions.
- Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
- Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
- Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
- Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
- Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
- Ability to work within a set schedule.
Qualifying Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in public works construction, inspection, surveying and/or related experience.
- Possession of a valid Class C Texas Operators License.
Employment Screenings Required:
- Criminal background check
- Health/physical exam
- Drug & Alcohol Screening
- Motor vehicle record review
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $25 - $31
