Inspector II Salary $61,318.40 - $80,225.60 Annually Location Carlsbad, CA Job Type Full-Time Department Public Works Job Number 00645 Closing 1/16/2019 5:00 PM Pacific The Position A world-class city is seeking world-class talent. Carlsbad - The Community: This nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of 110,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons, and abundant natural open space. World class resorts, family attractions, well-planned neighborhoods, a diverse business sector, and a charming village atmosphere combine to create the ideal California experience. The Public Works Department: Taking good care of city facilities, streets, the water, and the sewer system, and other important infrastructures are some of the ways the City of Carlsbad maintains a quality community. These areas of services are often referred to "Public Works". To learn more please visit: The Position: Under general supervision, the Inspector II will perform routine inspections of maintenance and construction projects, both private development, and capital improvement projects, to ensure quality control and compliance with approved plans, specifications, standards or maintenance contract provisions. The Recruiting Process: Written test tentatively scheduled for January (exact date TBD). Further coordinating details will be sent to those applicants deemed most qualified. Key Responsibilities Perform routine and complex inspections of public works and civil engineering construction projects to ensure quality and compliance with approved plans, specifications, standards, codes, and contract requirements Inspection of the city's right-of-way, residential, private development and/or capital improvement projects Chair and facilitate meetings. Inspect and document conditions prior to the start of construction or maintenance, during construction or maintenance, and upon completion Assist in the administration of the City's stormwater inspection and management programs Inspect construction sites to verify adherence with the City's stormwater program Attend regional and watershed meetings. Prepare stormwater inspection and management reports as necessary As assigned, act as lead project inspector and assist in the administration of contracts for construction and maintenance projects Process change orders and amendments Negotiate and submit recommended change orders. Review and prepare payment tracking records Read and interpret plans and specifications. Identify conflicts and provide recommendations for modification, as needed Note deficiencies and issue compliance deficiency notices to contractors Review, correct, and ensure completeness of construction and repair plan submittal and as-built plans Prepare and maintain accurate and thorough records of public works inspection work and chronologies (i.e. daily reports) using a computer/tablet Confer with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards, and inconveniences Promptly respond to and resolve citizen complaints Enforce on-site safety requirements Assist in the development of public works maintenance agreements, public works projects, letters of agreement, and other contracts Recommend and process allowable extensions for contractor projects and maintenance agreements Authorize and amend contracted work items Coach and mentor staff involved in the process of contract administration and project management Qualifications Maintenance and construction principles, proper construction techniques, use of materials, building, streets, and landscape, trades, traffic control and safe work practices Methods, materials, and techniques used in public works projects, including water and wastewater systems, stormwater, street and traffic systems design Methods and techniques used for Lift and Pump station inspections Methods and techniques used for inspection and management of pavement construction and maintenance Stormwater practices and principles including the regional stormwater permit Applicable state, federal and local codes and regulations City procedures for conducting inspections, reporting of deficiencies and notice of corrections to be made Contract administration and project management process and practices Procedures for estimating construction cost Computer equipment and software applications, such as Windows operating system Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) PDF viewer/editor(s). Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work, including the use of personal protective equipment Proper use of the English language both orally and written Basic mathematical computations including the use of geometry and trigonometry to calculate slopes, angles, and distance Ability to: Read and understand engineering, construction, and landscape plans and specifications, and assist in determining specifications and requirements for repair, maintenance, enhancement, and public works construction projects Enforce compliance with plans, specifications, ordinances, codes, pertinent rules, laws, city policies and procedures related to the area of assignment Enforce specifications on proper installation and maintenance of contracts Analyze cost estimates for projects and keep work-related records and prepare reports using a computer Read, interpret and apply contract language as needed for projects Assist in the development, management, and inspection of projects Determine the status of contract work and verify adherence to contract obligations Prepare construction cost estimates Make sound field decisions and interpretations Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Perform mathematical computations with precision Establish and maintain professional relationships with those contacted in the course of work Read and interpret contract language, determine the status of construction work and verify adherence to contractual obligations Promptly respond to complaints Experience & Education Five (5) years of responsible experience in the inspection and/or supervision of public works constructions or maintenance projects, preferably in a municipality, city or county and/or sub-professional engineering experience or maintenance and repair contracting and inspection experience, in the areas of construction, facilities and/or related field Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in public works engineering and construction. Completion of two (2) years of college-level engineering, maintenance, repair, or construction technology courses may substitute for two (2) years of experience in the applicable area Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Class 'C' California Driver's License Concrete Construction Inspection Certification desirable California Traffic Control Certification highly desirable Stormwater Pollution Certification highly desirable Public Works Inspector Certificate desirable Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Retirement under the CalPERS program, 2% @ 62 formula, Classic Members (those who are enrolled in CalPERS at another local agency) have the 2% @ 60 formula Bilingual Pay Holidays - 11 scheduled Paid vacation Computer purchase loan Tuition reimbursement 01 Initial in the box below that you acknowledge "see application" and "see resume" are not valid responses to the questions below. 02 What is your highest level of education? High School Some College Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree 03 If you indicated an Associates Degree or higher, please indicate your area(s) of study. If not, type "N/A" in the space below. 04 Do you have experience working in (or with) the public sector? Yes No 05 How many years of experience do you have as an Inspector in the field of public works, construction management, or a closely related field? No Experience Less than 2 years 3 years but less than 4 4 years but less that 5 5 years but less than 6 6 years or more 06 Do you have experience with inspecting potable water, recycled water, storm drains and sanitary sewer systems? Yes No 07 If "Yes" to the previous question, describe your experience in detail below. If "No" to the previous question, type "N/A" in the space below. 08 Do you have any direct/hands-on experience dealing with storm drain compliance issues? Yes No 09 If "Yes" to the previous question, describe your experience in detail below. If "No" to the previous question, type "N/A" in the space below. 10 Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License? Yes No 11 Do you possess any of the following industry Specific Certifications? Concrete Construction Inspection Certification California Traffic Control Certification Stormwater Pollution Certification Public Works Inspector Certificate Other None of the above 12 If "Other" to the previous question, list your certificate(s) below. If "None of the above," type "N/A" in the space below. Required Question Agency City of Carlsbad Address 1635 Faraday Ave. Carlsbad, California, 92008 Phone 760-602-2440 Website