JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Street Repair Specialist

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  December 1997

 

ORG/POS #:  2210/1147

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To ensure the proper repair of street cuts made for utility installation by City crews, utility companies, and private construction companies.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Street Maintenance Superintendent.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Inspects street cuts for utility installation made by utility and private companies for proper repair and compliance with City ordinances and regulations.

 

2.         Maintains records of all utility cut permits purchased and street cuts made ensuring inspections are made at proper intervals.

 

3.         Inspects street cuts to be repaired by City crews to determine manpower, materials, and equipment needed for repair.

 

4.         Inspects utility cuts repaired by City crews for proper repair procedures.

 

5.         Informs utility companies or construction companies of additional work required to bring utility cut repairs into compliance; recommends the denial of construction bonds for companies refusing to comply with street cut regulations.

 

6.         Reviews plans submitted by utility companies for major projects involving street cuts; advises as to proper procedures and amounts of materials necessary for projects.

 

7.         Interprets City codes and ordinances involving street cut repair for utility and construction companies and answers questions.

 

8.         Denies approval of permits when repairs are not in compliance with regulations.

 

9.         Maintains a log of all inspections made; completes report reflecting number and type of inspections completed.

 

10.       Answers complaints from public regarding difficulties with street cut repairs; contacts responsible company to ensure problem is corrected within appropriate time frame; schedules City repair for street cuts not repaired.

 

11.       Compiles reports when needed describing street cut noncompliance and/or related City ordinance.

 

12.       Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

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SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Ensures the maintenance of street cut records within computer files.

 

2.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

None.

JOB SPECIFICATION

STREET REPAIR SPECIALIST

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of average difficulty in the inspection of street cuts made for utility installation to ensure proper repair and maintenance of street surfaces.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  December 1997

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Inspects street cuts for utility installation made by utility and private companies for proper repair and compliance with City ordinances and regulations.

 

Maintains records of all utility cut permits purchased and street cuts made ensuring inspections are made at proper intervals.

 

Inspects street cuts to be repaired by City crews to determine manpower, materials, and equipment needed for repair.

 

Inspects utility cuts repaired by City crews for proper repair procedures.

 

Informs utility companies or construction companies of additional work required to bring utility cut repairs into compliance; recommends the denial of construction bonds for companies refusing to comply with street cut regulations.

 

Reviews plans submitted by utility companies for major projects involving street cuts; advises as to proper procedures and amounts of materials necessary for projects.

 

Interprets City codes and ordinances involving street cut repair for utility and construction companies and answers questions.

 

Denies approval of permits when repairs are not in compliance with regulations.

 

Maintains a log of all inspections made; completes report reflecting number and type of inspections completed.

 

Answers complaints from public regarding difficulties with street cut repairs; contacts responsible company to ensure problem is corrected within appropriate time frame; schedules City repair for street cuts not repaired.

 

Compiles reports when needed describing street cut noncompliance and/or related City ordinance.

 

Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Considerable knowledge of street construction repair and maintenance methods, materials, and equipment.

 

Considerable knowledge of procedures and requirements for obtaining utility cut permits.

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Some knowledge of basic mathematics.

 

Some knowledge of the characteristics of various surfacing and street materials.

 

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans.

 

Ability to read and interpret City ordinances and codes.

 

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with utility company staff, construction company owners and personnel, other City employees, and the general public.

 

Ability to accurately perform mathematical calculations.

 

Ability to detect discrepancies in codes, ordinances, and proper street construction from field inspection.

 

Ability to establish and maintain detailed record keeping systems.

 

Ability to accurately estimate materials, personnel, and equipment needed for assigned projects.

 

Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively both orally and in writing.

 

Ability to compose numerical and narrative reports.

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

 

Completion of high school or GED equivalency; at least two (2) years of experience with supervision and/or inspection of street, drainage, or related construction; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

 

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

 

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                               YES                               NO

Lifting (lbs.)	50
Carrying (lbs.)	50
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                               YES                               NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts	ü
Work in High, Precarious Places	ü
Fumes or Dust	ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals		ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)		ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)	ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)	ü