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City of Dallas · 1 day ago

Inspector I (Dallas Water Utilities) - Civil Service

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$21.67/hr - $23.60/hr

2+ years exp

The City of Dallas is committed to service, innovation, and community, providing careers with purpose. The Inspector I role involves inspecting and maintaining water infrastructure and ensuring compliance with city codes for the effective delivery and management of water services.

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Responsibilities

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

Inputs inlets and performs general maintenance when requested; administers preventative maintenance ensuring safety and operation

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

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

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

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

Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned

Qualification

Water infrastructure knowledgeInspection practices knowledgeApplicable standards knowledgePowerHand tools usageReading construction plansMaintaining relationshipsMS Office skillsEffective communication

Required

High school diploma or GED

Two (2) years of experience in public utility or public works construction which include assuring compliance with construction codes/plans, safety regulations and/or federal, state and local codes/regulations

Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Effective oral and written communication skills

MS Office or similar software skills