ROAD INSPECTOR

   DEFINITION:

   Under direction, inspects the construction, reconstruction,
   maintenance and repair of roads to bring about compliance 
   with plans and specifications; does related work as required.

   NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
   illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title
   may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
   Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

   EXAMPLES OF WORK:

  Inspects the construction of roads to ensure that standards for
  materials and workmanship are met.

  Reports on the progress of construction projects.

  Ensures that specifications for earthwork, cuts, fills, slopes, ditches, 
  rock excavations, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, catch basins, 
  manholes, concrete headwalls, concrete curbs, fine grading,
  construction of concrete, bituminous macadam, gravel and bituminous
  concrete pavements, spreading and rolling of stone, shoulders, and
  guard rails, and erection and placement of signs are complied with
  and that only permissible variations within allowable tolerances occur.

   Inspects materials before use and obtains laboratory approval
   prohibiting use of materials found to be substandard.

   Takes samples of materials needed in the laboratory to
   determine size, weight and grading of stone and sand used in
   concrete work for pavements, and samples of other materials as
   required.

   By means of a straight edge and by visual inspection, sees that
   a good riding surface is obtained.

   Ensures that tools, machinery, and trucks are so used as to avoid
   accidents.

   Keeps records of the loads of distributing trucks reporting
   gallonage, square yards penetrated or treated, rate per gallon,
   temperature, and source of materials.

   Prepares estimates of amounts of monies to be paid contractors
   monthly.

   Maintains records of labor, materials, and equipment used.

   Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures followed 
   and materials used conform to specifications.

   Discusses deviations from specified construction procedures,
   plans, and specifications with contractor or construction supervisor
   to ensure compliance with regulations and approved plans.

   Helps to coordinate snow removal work.

   Prepares daily reports indicating status of the work 
   in relation to plans and specifications.
       
   Prepares reports.  

   Maintains essential records and files.

   Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
   and/or manual recording and computerized information systems 
   used by the agency, office, or related units.

   REQUIREMENTS:

   EXPERIENCE:

   One (1) year of experience in road construction and maintenance
   work.

   LICENSE:

   Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid
   in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than
   employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties 
   of the position.

   KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

   Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in
   construction, reconstruction and maintenance of roads.

   Knowledge of problems encountered in obtaining compliance
   with plans and specifications and of methods used in reading 
   and interpreting plans and specifications.

   Knowledge of procedures for taking samples to be used in 
   laboratory tests.

   Knowledge of computing work performed.

   Ability to check general field conditions.

   Ability to read and interpret highway and bridge plans and
   specifications.

   Ability to determine quality of riding surface by using a straight 
   edge and visual inspection.  

    Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.  

   Ability to determine whether materials furnished comply with 
   specifications and to take steps necessary to bring about
   compliance.

   Ability to take and maintain a firm and correct stand when
   controversies arise.

   Ability to work harmoniously with associates,
   contractors, and others concerned with the construction,
   reconstruction, and maintenance of roads.

   Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.  

   Ability to maintain essential records and files. 

   Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or 
   manual recording and information systems used by the 
   agency, office, or related units.

   Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in 
   English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.  
   American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered 
   as acceptable forms of communication. 

   Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as  
   long as they can perform essential functions of the job with 
   or without reasonable accommodation.  If the accommodation 
   cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue  
   hardship, such persons may not be eligible.


This job specification is applicable to the following title code:
Job
Spec
Code
Variant
State,
Local or
Common
Class of
Service
Work
Week
State
Class
Code
Local
Class
Code
Salary
Range
Note
03088
L
C
  
N/A
09
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This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.

 11/15/2018