Salary : $50,190.40 – $77,750.40 Annually
Location : Gainesville, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00787
Department: Department of Water Resources
Division: Engineering and Construction
Opening Date: 10/25/2023
Summary
Oversees & coordinates inspections on all new water and sewer lines under construction by developers. Assists in surveying, easement acquisition, and construction on large and special projects to insure compliance with local city, state and federal codes, construction plans and specifications, and standards.
Job Duties
Oversees the installation of all new water and sewer facilities ensuring the facilities are properly installed. Ensures the correct materials are used by testing lines through pressure tests, air tests, video tests and other tests as specified; verifies all tests after completion and records results.
Directs and coordinates all job sites visits to assure construction is progressing according to construction drawings, specifications and procedures set forth by the City; initiates stop work orders in the event of non-compliance.
Meets with developers and contractors to review construction plans and specifications prior to construction; meets with all parties during construction to work out problems involving construction.
Ensures all necessary permits are obtained from the Department of Transportation and County to construct water and sewer lines along rights-of-ways; researches deeds and plats necessary to obtain easements required for construction.
Ensures developers provide the city with a set of as-built drawings on industrial and commercial projects and subdivisions.
Oversees land surveying requirements for planning, design, and construction of water and sewer lines.
Reviews daily log of inspections and observations for accuracy and completeness; ensures finished copies of permits, bacteria tests, specification changes, and changes in ordinances are filed and maintained.
Coordinates Inspectors workload on projects.
Maintains city vehicle, assuring all preventive and routine maintenance is completed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Associates Degree from an accredited college or university.
Six years experience in engineering inspections.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Georgia Distribution System License.
Georgia Wastewater Collection System License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods involved in construction and maintenance of water and sewer facilities.
Knowledge of the laws, statutes and ordinances associated with water and sewer facilities.
Knowledge of the use of surveying and computer drafting equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps and drawings.
Ability to compare maps and specifications with construction in progress.
Ability to supervise and direct other Engineering Inspectors.
Supplemental Information
This position is classified as safety-sensitive. Incumbent will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Gainesville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Gainesville conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Overview
Part of the City of Gainesville’s success is due to the efforts and loyalty of City employees. Gainesville offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis.
City Benefits Paid at 100%
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Clinic & Wellness Center
- GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)
- Life Insurance (up to $75,000)
- Paid Holidays (10)
- Paid Jury Duty Leave
- Paid Military Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Protective Safety Equipment
- Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)
- Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)
- Uniforms (select positions)
- Workers’ Compensation
Supplemental Benefits
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Death and Dismemberment
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Long-Term Disability
- Medical
- Plan A Retirement (50% City paid – select positions)
- Vision
- Voluntary Life Insurance
Other Benefits
- Biweekly Paycheck
- Credit Union
- Direct Deposit
- Discount PC Purchase Plan
- Employee Recognition Events
- Employee Wellness Opportunities
- Free Flu Shot
- Free Parking
- Health and Benefits Fair