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Job Summary
Job Description
Overview
The Inspector I inspects, investigates, and identifies violations of city codes for water infrastructure, pipes, and construction. Performs a wide range of general inspections ensuring proper water delivery, management, and drainage.
Essential Functions
Conducts and performs a wide range of inspections and maintenance on various water and wastewater equipment to ensure safety; works closely with other laborers to identify challenging and complex issues and ensure appropriate resolution occurs.
2 Inputs inlets and performs general maintenance when requested; administers preventative maintenance ensuring safety and operation.
3 Assists in the set up of safe work zones; ensures all barricades and cones are appropriately placed, assists mechanics with various actions, inspections, cleanings, and maintenance.
4 Inspects and maintains piping, collection tanks, and other water management equipment; determines the need for maintenance, the type and quantity of material needed for repair, and the quality and progress of work contracted to outside vendors.
5 Regulates and maintains an effective ground transportation system of vehicles for hire following municipal ordinances and standards to ensure safe public transportation services for the City of Dallas; ensures that vehicles and equipment are roadworthy and driven by qualified and approved drivers and that services are provided as required by city code.
6 Inputs inlet inspections and cleanings into the Lucity data management systems for inventory purposes; ensures all paper work is turned in to the necessary file or Supervisor.
7 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of inspection practices and procedures.
2 Knowledge of Water infrastructure and equipment for City.
3 Knowledge of applicable standards, ordinances, laws, and regulations.
4 Ability to use power and hand maintenance tools, inspection tools, and precision test equipment.
5 Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, depending on assignment.
6 Ability to read, interpret, and apply City codes and ordinances.
7 Ability to effectively enforce city codes and code-related rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
8 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
9 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
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Salary Range
$21.67 - $23.60
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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