RRM - Highways and Sewers Inspector

About the role

The Manhattan Street Maintenance Administration within Roadway Repair & Maintenance (RRM) is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Highways and Sewers Inspector. Duties will include but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Perform technical work in the inspection of construction, repair and maintenance of roads, sewers, appurtenance, pavements and sidewalks.
• Inspect roadway conditions for marathons, parade routes and street fairs.
• Cookinate inspections with HIQA, DEP, DOB and similar units or departments.
• Investigate complaints, report findings and forward conditions to the proper authorities, construction and utility companies.
• Inspect and resolve issues of concern that arise from telephone calls or written correspondence from community boards, elected officials, residents and businesses.
• Use Siebel system to retrieve complaints and respond with resolution.
• Respond to all assigned arts complaints.
• Use NYCStreets system to obtain details on permit activity.
• Maintain various records including, but not limited to, wear and tear tracking, delayed/skipped paving areas, joint repairs, special event repairs, and maps; prepares comprehensive reports.
• Conduct pre and post inspections for milling and paving locations.
• Conduct pre-inspections for paving eligibility.
• Update Mosaics system with pothole repair reports.
• May be required to appear as a witness in court.
• Drive a passenger vehicle to and from work assignments.
• May train Apprentice Inspectors.

Requirements

• Five years full time satisfactory experience in the construction and/or repair of roads and sewers;
• Three years of full time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus any combination of college education and/or experience described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience.
• Six months of experience will be credited for each 15 semester credits of college education leading to a bachelor's or associate degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology from an accredited college or university;
• Satisfactory completion of the New York City Department of Transportation apprenticeship program for the Apprentice Inspector (Highways and Sewers).

License Requirement

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no restrictions or encumbrances. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Qualifications

• Five years full time satisfactory experience in the construction and/or repair of roads and sewers;
• Three years of full time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus any combination of college education and/or experience described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience.
• Six months of experience will be credited for each 15 semester credits of college education leading to a bachelor's or associate degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology from an accredited college or university;
• Satisfactory completion of the New York City Department of Transportation apprenticeship program for the Apprentice Inspector (Highways and Sewers).

Benefits

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Pay

Salary range: $88,694 - $103,624 per year

Schedule

40 hours per week

Additional Information

• The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
• New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.