Public Works Inspector I - Department of Transportation

POSTING DATE: 04/24/2024 CLOSING DATE: 05/10/2024 AT 12:00 MIDNIGHT SALARY RANGE: $43,753.
00 - $52,220.
00 ANNUALLY EDUCATION ACCREDITATION: Applicant’s education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency.
Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.
naces.
org.
ELIGIBILITY: Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months.
The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to this position identified as positions of trust will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a Fingerprint check.
PROBATION: All persons, including current City employees, selected from this position will be on probation for 6 months.
CLASS DESCRIPTION A Public Works Inspector I ensures that contractors comply with specifications, standards and codes for minor public construction projects by performing on-site inspections on highway, street, bridge, water and waste water systems facilities, conduits or other minor construction projects.
The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior.
Employees in this class work a conventional workweek, but may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday hours on a 24-hour on-call basis.
Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to construction sites, inclement weather, dust, noise and traffic.
Some positions require working in confined spaces with high voltage cables.
Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged standing or walking.
SELECTION PROCESS All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination.
The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity.
It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application.
Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position.
Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: EDUCATION: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience in performing construction inspection work.
OR NOTES (EQUIVALENCIES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license, or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk management may be required.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of construction methods and procedures.
Knowledge of concrete mixing and pouring.
Knowledge of City construction codes and specifications.
Knowledge of the installation, repair and removal of underground electrical equipment in conduits.
Knowledge of the City codes for the use of the conduits.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications for electrical work.
Ability to inspect construction projects to ensure compliance with construction specifications, standards and codes.
Ability to draw, read and interpret diagrams.
Ability to complete routine forms and reports and to maintain a daily inspection log.
Ability to enter and retrieve data in database.
Ability to perform simple field tests on construction materials.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively.
EXAMINATION PROCESS Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.
You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position.
Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check.
Some positions in this class require wearing fire retardant uniforms and electrical hazard shoes.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, HR Specialist II via email at Ayomide.
Arodoye@baltimorecity.
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