PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR I

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.   

The City of Milwaukee offers a collaborative, positive work environment where each employee contributes to making the city the best place possible to live and work.  The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a top rated pension plan, health and dental benefits, paid time off including vacation, 11 holidays and sick leave accrual, and much more.

NOTE:  This is a SEASONAL position (May through November). Inspectors are then recalled the following May.

• Inspect the construction of sewer, water, paving, and asphalt resurfacing projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Determine that all materials and workmanship meet established standards.
• Ensure that line and grade points comply with markings on the engineers' stakes.
• Prepare accurate daily records, including making sketches of work in progress or completed work and technical project changes.
• Interpret plans. Act as the City's representative at the construction site.
• Provide information to and field questions from contractors, City staff, and the public regarding the status of projects; receive complaints, and recommend solutions or escalate to a higher level for resolution.  

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. 

• Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather.

1.   Two years of technical experience in an engineering or technical field such as construction lead worker, construction inspection, surveying, or other closely related field performing duties related to the essential functions above, OR

12 working months as a City of Milwaukee Infrastructure Repair Crew Leader, Engineering Technician II or higher level position performing duties related to the essential functions above, OR

Two years of postsecondary education in an accredited engineering or related technical program.  

IMPORTANT NOTE: To receive credit for college, transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. College transcripts should be attached to your online application. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and will be rejected.  

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.  

2.   Valid Wisconsin driver's license and the use of a properly insured personal automobile (car allowance provided) at time of appointment and throughout employment.

• Coursework in Civil Engineering Technology.

• Knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
• Skill in talking and interacting with a variety of different people including supervisors, contractors, laborers, and citizens.
• Skill in preparing written daily status reports and technical project changes.
• Ability to use proper tools to measure, estimate, and verify construction project specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Ability to interact with the public using diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to act as primary on-site coordinator for construction projects.
• Ability to write legibly and sketch basic drawings.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in trenches.
• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises.  

NOTE:  The City’s residency requirement set forth in City Charter 5-02 is under litigation. Even though the City is legally able to enforce the current residency requirements based on a recent Wisconsin Court of Appeals decision, the City has agreed to continue to suspend enforcement of the ordinance during the time it may take to know whether the Wisconsin Supreme Court will review the case.  Once the Supreme Court refuses review or affirms the Court of Appeals decision, the City intends to fully enforce the ordinance. Consequently, employees who disregard the requirements of the ordinance do so at their own risk. Applicants for City of Milwaukee positions should understand the City’s commitment to its residency requirement. During this period of uncertainty it is important to take that into account when submitting an application and more importantly when deciding to accept an employment offer.  Please contact (414) 286–3751 if you have questions regarding your individual circumstances as part of the application and/or selection process.  

INITIAL FILING DATE – The examination will be held as soon as practical after January 15, 2016. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting, http://city.milwaukee.gov/jobs

• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

BENEFITS  The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Additional benefits based on position

To view the specifics about all the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee please visit: http://city.milwaukee.gov/DER/Benefits2016