Markings Inspector, D&C

Overview

Join our dynamic team in the Design and Construction unit, within the Transportation Planning and Management Division. We lead professional engineering oversight for curb line geometry and street plans across New York City’s five Boroughs. Our responsibilities extend to project and contractor management, as well as the implementation of pavement markings for Street Improvement Projects, Marking After Resurfacing, and street refurbishments.

With oversight of 11 construction contracts valued at several million dollars and responsibility for overseeing the installation of 60 million linear feet (MLF) of markings per year, our mission is to enhance the safety and functionality of city streets, aligning with crucial initiatives such as Vision Zero and other city goals. This presents an exciting opportunity for ambitious, experienced, and motivated professionals to contribute to the improvement of safety on NYC streets.

• Perform advanced inspection and measurement duties including pre-inspections, field inspections, and post-installation reviews.
• Prepare and verify work orders; confirm quantities through field measurements, Nearmap, and contract drawings.
• Maintain organized records of inspections, measure quantities, and complete work packages.
• Report field observations that support the safe and efficient execution of pavement marking work.
• Ensure measurement tools and inspection vehicles are functioning properly and report equipment needs.
• Collaborate with borough construction staff, project managers, and internal stakeholders across TPM to communicate field conditions, resolve location-specific issues, and support the sequencing and coordination of active orders.

• A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent; and either one year of full‑time experience in dispatching or expediting in a sizeable organization, or one year of full‑time planning, supervisory or administrative experience.
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Experience with field inspections, measurement verification, Nearmap, contract drawings, and accurate work‑order preparation.
• Strong writing, documentation, and communication skills.

33‑00 Northern Blvd, LIC, New York

35 Hours / To be determined

Less than 2 years City Service – New Hire Rate: $46,327; 2 or more years City Service – Minimum Incumbent Rate: $53,276.

New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Prospective employees may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment;

certain employees may qualify for residency in nearby counties. For more information about DOT, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

All resumes are to be submitted electronically:
Current employees – log in to Employee Self‑Service and follow the Careers Link (Job  # 765561). All other applicants – go to  and search for Job  # 765561. No phone calls, faxes, or personal inquiries permitted. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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.