Public Works Inspector

Job Description:

Public Works Inspector

Description

JOB BULLETIN

SALARY

• Effective 07/05/2025, $6,514 - $8,476 Monthly
• Effective 07/04/2026, $6,840 - $8,901 Monthly

The City of Buena Park is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Public Works Inspector. The ideal Candidate for this position will be an experienced and talented Inspector who can multi-task, have excellent problem-solving skills, and can enforce the City's standards while providing excellent customer service. A strong team member attitude is a must! If you meet the qualifications described below - APPLY TODAY!

The City of Buena Park operates a robust and exciting Capital Improvement Program. The Public Works Inspector plays an important part in the management of all City-funded and private construction projects. Types of project inspections include the installation of new sewer and water lines, storm drains, public buildings, park projects, major street improvements and construction site inspections.

**VARIED WORK SCHEDULE**
Incumbent may occasionally be required to work varied work schedules throughout the year. Varied work schedules may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends with advanced notice.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, inspects public and private development projects, residential improvements and rights-of-way permit work; ensures compliance with city standards, municipal codes, plans and specifications; and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Public Works Inspector reviews engineering plans and specifications and conducts field inspections of private and public construction projects. The Public Works Inspector is distinguished from the Senior Public Works Inspector, who performs more varied and complex inspections, often involving larger-scale projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.

1. Inspects capital improvement projects, including street, sewer, water, storm drain, traffic signals, and public buildings.

2. Reviews preliminary job plans, specifications and contract documents.

3. Coordinates construction work and procedures.

4. Studies and compares layout, materials and dimensions with construction drawings, blueprints and rights-of-way permit requirements.

5. Coordinates work with contractors, developers, city department officials, utility companies and public agencies.

6. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete activity records and construction progress reports on a daily basis.

7. Attends project and professional meetings, including meetings with city, county, state, and Federal agencies.

8. Interfaces with residents, business owners, and the general public.

9. Responds to basic questions from public and business representatives concerning work being performed.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge of:

Proper inspection methods associated with construction, private development and rights-of-way projects; streets and utility construction methods and materials; basic record keeping practices and procedures; basic principles of engineering and math; safety regulations including city standards, municipal codes, plans and specifications, and applicable laws and construction standards; effective customer service techniques.

Ability to:

Read and interpret job plans, blueprints, specifications, work orders and schematics; follow construction surveying procedures; operate a calculator to perform basic engineering computations in preparing for daily reports; prepare and present administrative reports and staff recommendations; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, contractors, developers, utility companies, public and private agencies, general public, and others in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

W hile performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level. The position works in both field and office settings. The employee is required to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch to inspect sites. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is required to lift and carry records and documents, typically weighing less than 20 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math; work with interruptions; and interact with officials and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee works in both office and outdoor conditions. Frequent driving is required to conduct field observation of public works and engineering construction projects and work operations, attend meetings at various city facilities, training and meeting sites, and public and private events.

The employee must be able to work around electrical currents and building materials in a safe manner and is frequently exposed to dust, heat, moisture, traffic, and variable weather conditions at job sites, including loud construction noise. The employee may work in confined spaces during inspections.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent is required. Two years of experience in the review AND inspection of city projects, private developments, public improvements, and rights-of-way permit work is required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.

APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT:

ORAL INTERVIEWS - Tentative Schedule (date subject to change):

First Round: Monday, October 27, 2025

Second Round: Week of November 3, 2025

Start Date: Monday, November 24, 2025

Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at www.buenapark.com/hr as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.

All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.

The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.

The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.

Below is a list of key benefits offered to employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.

SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.

RETIREMENT: Provided through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.

VACATION: Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first five (5) years of service. Public safety employees receive a different but equivalent benefit. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.

SICK LEAVE: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with no maximum accumulation.

HOLIDAYS:An average of eleven (11) holidays per year.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Several plans (indemnity and HMO's) are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according at bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.

VISION INSURANCE: One plan is available. The Employee pays the insurance premium and this benefit is voluntary.

LIFE INSURANCE: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. Premiums are fully paid by the City.

LONG TERM DISABILITY: Fully paid by the City. Police sworn personnel are not eligible.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City offersone (1) plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.

WORK SCHEDULE:4/10 or 3/12 alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.

OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.

CHILDCARE ASSISTANCE: $100 per month, per child, is available to all Full-Time City employees with eligible dependents 0 - 5 years of age.

Closing Date/Time: 10/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$78,166.40 - $101,712.00 Annually