Public Works Inspector - Water​/Wastewater

Nature of Work

Inspects, evaluates, and reviews multiple projects during construction and upon completion to ensure compliance with City codes, utility construction standards, approved plans, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations.

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.

Position functions primarily outdoors with exposure to varied weather and traffic conditions, heavy construction equipment, natural gas, potential cave-ins, radiation, chemicals, infectious diseases and high-pressure water lines. Protective clothing/devices include hard hat, ear plugs, eye protection, and safety shoes.

Position involves moderate physical effort; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; kneeling, stooping, climbing, bending; moving into and out of ditches, trenches and manholes.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Full-Time;
Regular;
Non-Exempt Position

This position is a grade RN15.

• Reviews plans to determine and order applicable corrections, substitutions, or additions where specifications have not been met related to quality, quantity, and methods of construction; performs inspections for all utility projects checking piping, fittings, wiring, and related construction activities ensuring adherence to plans and compliance with regulations and standards.
• Provides interpretation and analysis of pumps, motors, hydraulic valves, drilling, logging, diffuser, pipe welding, coating inspection and repair, X-rays, cathodic protection potential readings, pipeline fittings and installations, bedding and backfill around pipe, continuity test for tracing wire, purging procedures as per various regulations, and lighting, traffic control, and signal installations to maintain compliance with regulations and operator-qualified covered tasks.
• Coordinates, inspects, and monitors utility installations which may include pipe bedding, back filling, and sewer or water main operations to verify, approve, or deny installations based on contract compliance.
• Quantifies installations to determine reimbursement; maintains records and verifies invoices to assist in timely and accurate processing of payments; interviews contractor staff to insure proper payment for the type of work performed; documents construction project progress to measure and account for material quantities.
• Ensures approved plans and permits are on location and all test charts and as-builts are in compliance with specifications, notices and reports on Abnormal Operating Conditions and other construction concerns or issues.
• Serves as a liaison with contractors and City departments; works with contractors, engineers, and the general public to develop solutions on construction problems as they arise.
• Inspects and evaluates main gas lines and gas services; monitors the installation of gas pipe to residences and ensures poly gas lines are clear and within specifications; monitors elector fusion and stoppling work; reviews and checks drainage structures, soils, asphalt, and concrete to determine and communicate installation and design issues and coordinate required work with contractors.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of pipelines, wiring infrastructure, traffic control and related equipment, utility line management, and safety regulations for all public works services.
• Coordinates and communicates with various testing labs for soil, asphalt, and concrete field tests to ensure quality testing procedures are followed; requests materials field tests when required or applicable; observes performance of test to determine accuracy; may conduct storm event inspections.
• Provides exceptional customer service for residential and commercial customers and the general public effectively communicating and handling concerns or problems with professionalism and expertise.

High School Diploma or GED AND one (1) year experience performing functions related to civil engineering. Previous work experience in public works project field inspection and laboratory material testing is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Valid driver’s license is required. Certification may be required based on need:
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