T&ES Inspector I / II

About the Role

The Department of Transportation & Environmental Services (T&ES) Public Works Services Division is seeking an Inspector I or II to perform skilled inspection work related to the City's sanitary and storm sewers, streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and reinforced concrete. The Inspector ensures compliance with approved plans, budget, projected completion time, specifications, and related codes and regulations. Employees inspect contractors' and developers' construction projects prior to, during, and after construction and recommend approval or denial of final acceptance by the City and bond release to private developers. Work is performed under the general supervision of the City’s Chief Inspector. The designation of Inspector I or II will be determined based on experience level through the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Inspects excavation permits and other related permits in the right-of-way to ensure public safety.
• Inspects erosion and sediment controls, storm water management, and BMP installation.
• Resolves City resident problems relating to sump pump, foundation drains, and roof drains.
• Enforces compliance of City codes, approved plans, MOT plans, and contract specifications for all City infrastructure construction, both public and private.
• Keeps daily logs of incidents onsite and completes weekly reports relevant to future disputes.
• Represents the City in assisting the public, homeowners’ associations, civic associations, and business owners to resolve problems associated with City infrastructure construction involving drainage issues.
• Maintains daily and weekly logs of accomplished work activities and documents pertinent issues and incidents.
• Inspects excavation permits and restoration work of all utility and other contractor work in the City right-of-way.
• Inspects installation of storm and sanitary sewers, telephone conduit, cable television, fiber optic cable, traffic conduit, electric conduit, and gas & water mains.
• Performs other duties as required.

About The Department

T&ES is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainably, and thriving.

Requirements

To qualify for the role of Inspector I, the candidate must have:

• A High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge in construction of concrete, asphalt, sidewalks, curb and gutter, storm drains.
• At least three years of construction field inspector experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Recognition of "Miss Utility" color-coded markings.
• A valid driver's license issued by their state of residence.

To qualify for the role of Inspector II, the candidate must have:

• A High School diploma or GED.
• 10 years of construction site work, asphalt, and concrete experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A clear knowledge of civil and architectural drawings.
• Ability to keep clear and legible reports.
• A clean driving record.
• 880 hours as a plan reviewer, responsible for determining the adequacy of erosion and sediment control plans and supporting documents for approval by a program authority, or an inspector; responsibility for periodically examining erosion and sediment control activities and premises for consistency with the Erosion and Sediment Control Law and Regulations; or combined duties and obtaining a passing score on the certification examination administered by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ); or enrollment in and completion of a DEQ-approved training program in the area of inspector or combined administrator within twelve months of enrollment (starting with the first training course) and obtaining a passing score on the certification examination.
• A valid driver's license issued by the state of residence.

Based on submitted qualifications and interviews, candidates will be offered the corresponding position that meets the skill set and needs of the organization. This position requires the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and a physical examination.

Pay

• Inspector I: $52,897.26 - $93,086.76
• Inspector II: $55,546.92 - $97,749.08