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Overview The City of Placentia is recruiting for the position of Public Works Inspector. 4/10 work schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:15 a.m. – 6:15 p.m. The filing deadline is August 09, 2026. Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in your community? Our Public Works Department seeks a dedicated, hardworking individual to join our Inspection Division as a Public Works Inspector. The Public Works Inspector performs skilled and detailed inspections of engineering construction, maintenance, and public works projects; interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with contracts and work plans; prepares and recommends change orders and cost estimates; and performs other related duties as assigned. Responsibilities Inspect a variety of public works construction and maintenance projects, such as sidewalks, concrete structures, driveways, sewer mains, curbs and gutters, retaining walls, earthwork, street excavation and patchwork, and storm drains. Ensure that construction and materials comply with contract standards and specifications, state laws, local ordinances, and proper construction practices. Review plans, specifications, and sites for construction projects, and prepare cost estimates and bid specifications. Locate and check installation of sewer connections and layout of new sewer lines; monitor air tests and conduct grading inspections. Coordinate and inspect traffic signal installations and contractor services. Meet and confer with representatives of utility companies, contractors, engineers, and other public agencies regarding construction plans and specifications. Issue encroachment, transportation, and grading permits and inspect progress on private development and public works projects. Update and draft city maps on a variety of different scales; update sewer and storm drain locations for new developments, issue new addresses for new developments. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the City. Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by college-level course work in construction and/or engineering; and three years of construction inspection experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Licenses and Certifications Valid, current driver’s license. Certifications and testing: None required. Recruitment Process Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at governmentjobs.com/careers/Placentia as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume that describes experience, education, and training in relation to the position's requirements; however, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. All applications will be reviewed, and only those candidates deemed most qualified based on their education, training, and experience, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, oral interviews, 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, or until an insufficient number of candidates remain, unless exhausted sooner. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Placentia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please get in touch with the Human Resources Office before the filing deadline. The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City is concerned regarding a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/. Disaster Service Worker Under California law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109), all City of Placentia employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers (DSW). In the event of a catastrophic event, City of Placentia employees may be expected to fulfill emergency action assignments. As DSWs, employees may be assigned to assist in any disaster service activity that promotes the protection of public health and safety and preservation of lives and property. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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