Public Works Infrastructure Inspector I

Introduction

Performs technical skilled work in inspecting public works construction projects, and utility work performed in the public right-of-way.

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $36.62 per hour.

**This recruitment is only open to current City of Scottsdale employees**

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Two years of work experience in construction or inspection.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Must obtain and maintain, a minimum of one license or certification in concrete or asphalt inspection or construction methods such as American Concrete Institute (ACI) grade I or International Slurry Seal Association (ISSA) within twelve months of hire or promotion.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Inspects construction sites for public safety and traffic control.
• Notifies contractor of unsafe conditions and work that is out of specifications.
• Approves alternate methods or materials for Street Operations projects within the scope of authority delegated by the Construction Admin Supervisor or Street Operations Manager.
• Coordinates the construction of City projects with utilities, other divisions/departments, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Investigates and resolves citizen and other complaints and performs related public relation activities.
• Monitors project for public safety and checks barricading.
• Operates a city vehicle to perform site inspections in various locations.
• Detects hazardous situations on construction sites.

Street Operations Assignment:

• Distinguishes the full range of the color spectrum to distinguish things like utility markings, wiring, City of Scottsdale concrete colors, and ADA domes.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Lift manhole covers, valve keys and misc. tools weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Skillfully maneuver small or large objects; use common hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, or wrenches to inspect construction.
• Read and visually interpret complex plans quickly and accurately and compare them to work in progress and to measure compliance.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer, telephone, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Operate measuring devices, camera, ladder, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Exposure to environmental conditions including dirt, pollen, temperature extremes, unsafe structures and heights.
• Measure distances.
• Reach, grip and move debris to gain access to or expose construction for inspection.
• Work typically involves some combination of bending, stooping, lifting arms above head, kneeling, crouching and crawling which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of weight up to 50 pounds.
• Walk across trenches and dirt piles; climbs ladders, stairs and scaffolding to perform inspections.
• Not sedentary and includes w
• For Street Operations assignment: distinguishes the full range of the color spectrum to distinguish things like utility markings, wiring, City of Scottsdale concrete colors, and ADA domes.
• Walking or moving in field conditions for extended periods of time.
• Work sometimes involves climbing elevations, traversing over rough terrain.
• Operate a city vehicle to travel to/from meetings and perform site inspections in various locations.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 4/7/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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