OVERVIEW AND ROLE DESCRIPTION

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE:

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work.

 ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Department of Public Works is a 250-person department committed to providing dependable, high-quality services; developing a safe, healthy, livable environment; supporting and developing the work force; engaging the community and providing excellent customer service; and planning for a sustainable future. The Engineering Inspector is a key member of the engineering team at the Department of Public Works and reports to the Assistant Commissioner for Engineering/ City Engineer through the Supervising Engineer.

The Engineering Inspector will work to manage inspections of the City’s sewer, combined sewer and storm drain collection systems and construction associated with utility and surface improvements. This position is an opportunity to learn about the city’s infrastructure; work with a highly motivated and dedicated staff of engineers; and contribute to the improvement of the City’s overall infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect construction, repairs and maintenance by public and private contractors of municipal infrastructure including streets and sidewalks; sewer, combined sewer and storm drain collection systems; water distribution system; parks and related facilities.
• Inspect and monitor construction activities for conformance with approved plans and other permit requirements.
• Document construction activities through as-built drawings and daily electronic inspection logs.
• Investigate and enforce ordinances and regulations related to Public Works operations; including the City’s Sewer Use Regulations by inspecting public and private facilities that discharge wastewater and stormwater to the City’s sewer, combined sewer and storm drain collection systems.
• Coordinate and oversee the City’s pipeline cleaning and television inspection program.
• Investigate the cause of blockages or service disruptions in the City’s sewer, combined sewer and storm drain collection systems. Collaborate with DPW maintenance personnel to rectify these problems.
• Investigate and trace sources of illicit discharges entering the sanitary sewer and stormwater drainage system.
• Perform sampling and basic field-testing of stormwater runoff.
• Review excavation and building permit applications to ensure that proposed work is compliant with DPW standard specifications, accessibility requirements, stormwater management policies and streetscape design standards.
• Report in person to assist with emergency situations as required by the City Engineer including, but not limited to significant inclement weather events and participate in a 24 hour a day on call rotation.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

• 2-year technical degree required.
• Minimum 1-year experience in utility construction or wastewater operations is required.
• A valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s License Class D is required.

 Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; Ability to coordinate/communicate with contractors and the general public.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organization skills.
• Strong computer skills including
• Proficiency with a variety of computer software typical to professional office environment including Microsoft Office products, smartsheet, teams, and zoom.
• Familiarity with web-based permitting and asset management
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a busy work environment under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem solving, decision making and mediation abilities.
• High ethical standards and personal integrity.
• Commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion. The City of Cambridge’s workforce, like the community it serves, is diverse. Applicants must have the ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.

 PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and Engineer in Training Certificate
• Experience with state and municipal procurement laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with the operation, maintenance and construction of sewer, combined sewer and storm drain collection systems.
• Working knowledge of construction inspection techniques to include record keeping and report writing.
• Familiarity with the proper cleaning techniques; pipe connection methods; and backfill and compaction techniques.
• Working knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devises (MUTCD); accessibility regulations and complete streets designs. 

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

• Competitive health, dental and vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave eligible
• Sick Incentive Pay eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Holidays
• Commuter Benefits (T-Pass reimbursement, Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership)
• Management Allowance, $2,700 / year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work involves frequent site visits, requiring travel to and through construction zones, driving, walking, bending, squatting, reaching and stretching. Ability to access, input and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to operate office equipment including copiers, printers and scanners. Executes multiple tasks involving keyboarding, telephones, writing, bending, reaching and lifting boxes of files (up to 10 lbs.).

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors including construction sites and congested City roadways under all weather conditions. Standard office environment, which includes fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Busy office work environment characterized by multiple work demands from staff and customer interaction. This position may be eligible for hybrid work under the City’s Telework Policy depending on operational needs.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please upload the below documents to complete your application.

• Resume
• Cover Letter