Responds to information inquiries and complaints regarding public facilities such as streets, signals, and sidewalks. Incumbent has frequent public contact with contractors, developers, citizens and City employees. Effective handling of contacts is required as employee is expected to deal effectively and courteously with the public. Incumbent is responsible for timely and efficient inspections of public works projects and for ensuring that departmental and City policies, procedures, rules and standards are followed. Employee is responsible for keeping abreast of relevant state and local codes, laws, and regulations.
Employee works indoors and outdoors.
There is considerable exposure to hazardous conditions at work sites due to uneven terrain, unfinished structures and various types of vehicular traffic. Considerable knowledge of public works construction projects, practices and materials, and surveying and safety procedures. Ability to plan and direct the work of others. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with supervisors, subordinates, and general public. Ability to read and interpret codes, manuals, blue prints, and specifications.