City of Vallejo, California · 1 day ago
Senior Landscape Inspector
Vallejo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe City of Vallejo is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Senior Landscape Inspector as a collaborative member of the City’s Public Works Department – Landscape Maintenance Division. The Senior Landscape Inspector leads and participates in the activities of the Landscape Inspection unit, administers and monitors landscape construction and maintenance contracts, and maintains records and prepares reports.
Government
Responsibilities
Plan, assign, and oversee the work of staff responsible for providing landscape inspection services within the Public Works Department
Participate in the selection of landscape inspection staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies
Prepare various reports on operations and activities
Review applications for tree removal permits for regulated City trees to assess hazards, landscape related issues, and other impacts to the public or public right-of-way
Administer landscape construction, maintenance, and related project contracts; establish schedules and methods for providing landscape inspection services; resolve conflicts between inspectors and contractors
Review plans, specifications, and sites of major landscape related projects; ensure that construction projects conform to plans and specifications; ensure that projects meet City codes and standards
Coordinate forward planning of landscape plans through the preparation and review of grading, erosion control, drainage, and improvement plans
Coordinate the interface of utilities and other improvements to open space areas with other governmental agencies
Provide information to management and the general public on the status of landscape construction and maintenance projects; prepare necessary reports
Perform the most complex inspections as needed
Inspect the installation and maintenance of finished grades, re-vegetation for erosion control, access roads, trail systems, drainage systems, irrigation systems, fences, gates, monuments, plantings, and hardscapes
Inspect final clean-up work
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
One (1) year of experience as a Landscape Inspector with the City of Vallejo or three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the fields of landscape maintenance, design, horticulture, or a closely related field
Completion of 15-30 units of related college level course work in horticulture, landscape planning, or landscape architecture
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment
Ability to obtain certification as a Certified Arborist from International Society of Arboriculture within 12 months of hire
Ability to obtain certification as Qualified Applicator License/Certificate from the Department of California Pesticide Regulation within 12 months of hire
Principles and techniques of lead supervision and training
Principles, methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of landscape installation and maintenance
Plant material, fertilizers, and soil amendments
Defects and faults in landscaping and related systems
Basic soil mechanics and geology
Principles of landscaping as applied to construction and maintenance of major project areas
Principles of contract administration
Plan, assign, and review the work of assigned landscape inspectors
Understand and administer contract language and standards
Correctly apply laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction and maintenance of landscaped areas
Understand and interpret landscape plans and specification and prepare accurate drawings and records
Deal firmly and tactfully with contractors, landscape architects, and property owners
Detect and locate faulty materials and poor work quality
Review and analyze construction plans, specification and maps for conformance with City standards and policies
Prepare technical reports
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Company
City of Vallejo, California
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