Street Maintenance Inspector (E&S) at City of Charlottesville, VA

About the Department

The City's Street Maintenance Inspector performs responsible technical work inspecting and ensuring the quality of work and compliance with local and state requirements with contractors working on City streets and within the City’s right-of-way. Performs field inspections for Erosion and Sediment (E&S) and stormwater compliance. Work is performed under the supervision of the E&S Program Manager.

As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the City’s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.

The hiring amount for this position is between $23.42 - $28.78 an hour ($48,713.60 - $59,862.40 Annually). This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's 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 https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits. 
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and 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 City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

Position Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description.  The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• 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), including new and existing stormwater facilities.
• Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of the City’s streets, sidewalks, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, driveways, approaches, culverts, etc.
• Examines construction methods and materials used to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Assists in conducting routine inspections on an annual basis of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) to ensure proper function.
• Attends pre-construction meetings for both E&S and SWM and progress meetings, as needed.
• Assists in providing technical support or information to contractors, developers and owners of construction projects, both public and private.
• Participates in trainings and conferences to keep up to date on regulations and compliance strategies pertinent to the job and to maintain required certifications.
• May be required to determine effectiveness of plans and review findings with engineering staff as needed.
• Ensures all projects comply with ESC standards and specifications as well as applicable ESC and SWM laws and regulations.
• 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.
• Prepares inspection reports and notifies contractors and/or supervisor in writing or verbally of findings, 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.
• Ensures proper control measures are taken by contractor, responds to emails and complaints regarding measures on construction sites. Ensures proper public notifications of such work.
• Communicates effectively with the public and contractors.
• May confirm qualifications of contractor personnel as needed.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. 
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Subject to be called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.

Other Duties

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• High school diploma or GED AND 2 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspections, or related area.

• 4 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspections, or related area.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record according to city criteria.
• Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Inspector certification, within 12 months of start date.
• Stormwater Management (SWM) Inspector certification, within 12 months of start date.
• ACI Inspector Grade I, within 12 months of start date.
• VDOT Asphalt Field Level I, within 12 months of start date.
• Soils and Aggregate Compaction, within 12 months of start date.
• Subject to weather and non-weather emergency response and standby call with minimum response time requirements.
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics 
Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of street milling, paving practices, concrete formwork and placement, subgrade preparation and techniques, roadway construction and traffic plans and street infrastructure requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable local and state requirements, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge in ADA regulations as it pertains to work within right-of-ways.
• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA standards.
• May also require knowledge of erosion and sediment control, stormwater management and stormwater pollution prevention practices.

Reading

• Intermediate:   Ability to read and understand written materials such as regulations, safety standards, reports, blueprints, design plans, specifications, etc. Review documents for technical and content errors.

Writing

• Intermediate: Ability to organize data and write clear and concise reports to notify contractor of non-compliance issues and to keep management informed of project progress, changes, etc., using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.

Math

• Intermediate: Ability to work with and understand number systems; simple formulas, practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions, and measurements; including to review of contract specifications and calculations.

Communication Skills

• Intermediate: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, city staff, vendors, contractors, and the public. Ability to provide and receive complex information. May include interactions that involve stressful, negative situations requiring significant tact and the ability to diffuse aggressive behavior and reach consensus. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and understanding.

Independence and Decision-Making

• Requires General Direction: Normally performs the job by following general instructions or established standard operating procedures and/or policies.  There is some discretion when making decisions among a few easily identifiable choices of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed frequently.

Technical Skills

• Skilled: Comprehensive, practical knowledge of operations and analytical judgment and decision-making abilities. Skill in reading blueprints and design plans. Skill in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office applications, departmental software, and data entry.

Fiscal Responsibilities

• No budget or fiscal responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities.

Other Characteristics

• Organization and time management skills, sometimes under strict time constraints.
• Works closely with others as part of a team.
• Tedious and exacting work.
• May require additional hours outside of normal schedule or a flexible schedule which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• May require dealing with angry, frustrated, and/or upset individuals.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Position requires extensive physical activities which include balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, heavy lifting, gross and fine motor skills.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information involving position duties.
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware:

• Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.
• Required to use standard equipment and tools of the trade.

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in the outdoors for inspections of projects with exposure to inclement weather conditions.  May be exposed to dirt/dust, fumes/gases, loud noise, various weather conditions, possible wet, humid conditions, traffic/roadways, around moving mechanical parts, and in high or precarious places (due to traffic) and work with electrical systems.
• Position requires some work in office to write reports, attend training and meetings, where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time, monitor glare and dust.

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