ROW Inspector II - GT0735 - PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTIONS
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: ROW Inspector II
Position ID: GT0735
Department/Division: Engineering/Public Inspections
Report to: Public Inspections Division Manager
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: No
Definition: Responsible for inspections of safety measures and restoration activities related to excavation or construction work within city easements and public rights of way (ROW)
as performed by various utilities and other ROW users during the course of facility maintenance and development projects; as well as general policing of health, safety and welfare issues
during construction/ excavation work in public ROW.
Essential Functions:
Inspects and observes construction activities on a daily basis.
Inspects safety measures and ROW restoration of internal City Utilities and external ROW Users or Franchise Utilities.
Inspects and enforces erosion control measures at construction sites, and coordinates with Watershed Protection staff as required.
Coordinates with City Utilities and external ROW Users to schedule requested inspections.
Prevents and/or discontinues hazardous or unpermitted construction or excavation activity within public ROWs.
Monitors administrative activities prior to active construction; meeting with ROW Users as necessary for preliminary discussion and review of proposed permitted ROW activities and/or
conflict resolution.
Issues ROW Permits upon receipt of complete application.
Performs and/or monitors the testing of backfill or construction materials as required.
Collects and conveys information for city approval of changes to plans during active construction; and/or assists in resolutions regarding conflicts with the spatial allocation of utilities
in public rights of way.
Collects proper documentation associated with all changes.
Responds to citizens’ concerns as they relate to construction sites and right of ways.
Assists in development and enforcement of ROW Management Ordinances.
Assists with enforcement of city Franchise Agreements or other ROW Use Agreements.
Attends and provides input during pre-design and pre-construction meetings for CIPs, subdivisions, or other developments with public improvements as required.
Fosters improvement of internal and external utility coordination through technological advancement, research and organizational cooperation activities.
Assists management in research or data collection for inspections activities and quality control issues.
Assists management in updating standard operating procedures.
Additional Duties:
Assists in providing technical assistance for other departments such as Drainage, Streets, Water/Wastewater, DME, developers and contractors.
Assists management in updating City standard details, criteria manuals, and other regulatory documentation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years’ experience in Public Works Inspections and/or work related to the Civil Engineering Field (i.e. drafting, surveying, utility construction, or construction technology).
OR
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One (1) year of college/trade school related to drafting, surveying, utility construction, or related technical curriculum.
One (1) year of experience in Public Works Inspections and/or work related to the Civil Engineering Field (i.e. drafting, surveying, utility construction, or construction technology).
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to lead and offer guidance in a professional manner per policies.
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to read and understand engineering plans and specifications.
Ability to manage time and schedule daily activities.
Ability to operate and maintain a motor vehicle.
Knowledge of computer programs such as Windows and Microsoft Office.
Skill in using problem solving abilities under stressful situations.
Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state
required minimum automobile liability insurance within 30 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination (evaluate per position)
Must be able to work overtime when requested (non-exempt)
Must be able to work outside of regular business hours as required (exempt)
Must attend and successfully complete the City’s Defensive Driving Course (DDC) as soon as possible after employment (if required to drive City vehicle or personal vehicle for City business)
Preferences:
Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:
Prior public works construction and/or utility inspections experience.
Academic curriculum in Civil or Environmental Engineering or Engineering Technology.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The bold and italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: M
Sitting: M
Walking: E
Lifting: I
Carrying: I
Pushing/Pulling: A
Overhead Work: A
Fine Dexterity: I
Kneeling: I
Crouching: I
Crawling: A
Bending: I
Twisting: I
Climbing: A
Balancing: M
Vision: Y
Hearing: Y
Talking: Y
Video Display: Y
Other: Y – mobile devices
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of computers, calculators, video equipment, tape measures, rulers, levels, motor vehicle.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed both inside and outside, all year round.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Effective Date: 10/1/2018
Revision Date: 10/25/2019