Join our Parks and Roads Services team and help keep our community moving! We are looking for a dedicated professional who is passionate about public safety, efficient operations, and delivering excellent service to our community partners. If you have a strong background in roadway maintenance and enjoy a mix of field inspections and coordination, we want you to bring your expertise to the City of Edmonton.

Are you passionate about keeping Edmonton’s roadways safe, accessible, and well-maintained? As a Roadway Maintenance Inspector I, you will play a vital role in supporting daily roadway operations and assisting the District Roadway Maintenance Inspector II. You will serve as the crucial first point of contact for 311 concerns, directly addressing inquiries from community members and interested parties. Throughout the year, you will assess defects, determine the most effective repair methods, and coordinate timely maintenance across various districts. During the winter months, your expertise will be relied upon to oversee hired equipment and manage essential seasonal snow and ice operations. This is a dynamic role where your organizational skills and commitment to public safety will directly impact our vibrant community.

What will you do?

- Inspect and update 311 notifications while ensuring repairs meet the service levels outlined in Mobility Network Maintenance (MNM) Asset Maintenance Plans and the District Inspector SOP
- Assess roadway defects and provide clear guidance on repair methods utilizing the City’s Design and Construction Standards
- Prioritize and schedule repairs efficiently by utilizing a prioritization matrix and coordinating resources with the District Roadway Maintenance Supervisor (RMS)
- Oversee contractors and hired equipment during the winter season to ensure the quality and completion of necessary roadway work
- Collaborate with District Technicians to maintain accurate inventory controls for materials delivered, transferred, and utilized across various programs
- Ensure accurate data entry and compliance reporting by maintaining detailed status information at different intervals during the SAP process
- Communicate effectively with the public, community partners, and internal teams to provide status updates, investigate claims, and close out notifications
- Other related duties as required

Qualifications

- Completion of Grade 12 or GED




- 3 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of roadway maintenance
- Experience mentoring and training employees, and leading crews

Assets:

- Completion of related courses from NAIT or equivalent training, such as Soil Mechanics, Effective Communications I, and Pavement Materials Testing
- Roadbuilders Certification
- Inspection and/or crew supervision would be considered an asset

Skills required for success:
- Knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in roadways, and of the relevant occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Knowledge of asphalt concrete and brick repair and restoration methods utilized by city crews
- Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform the work
- Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions, including maintaining simple records
- Good conflict resolution skills, including good written and verbal communication skills when dealing with public concerns, counselor inquiries, and other external communications
- Comprehensive understanding of the District Inspector Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assessing defects and determining appropriate repair methods
- Detailed working knowledge of the City's Design and Construction Standards, specifically relating to asphalt, concrete, and brick repair and restoration methods
- Demonstrated ability to strictly follow 311 notification compliance procedures and ensure SAP data is accurately updated throughout the process map
- Strong analytical and conceptual scheduling skills to prioritize work orders efficiently based on established Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to professionally address inquiries from community partners, impacted parties, and external utility agencies
- Proficiency in utilizing software applications such as SAP, Envista, POSSE, and Slim to locate OSCAM permits, utility maps, and track workflow
- Proficiency in computer-related work, including SAP, email, databases, and Google Applications




- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (

) * Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
- Alignment with the goals of the Environmental Management System Enviso

Conditions of Employment:

- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
- Successful candidates are able to be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
- Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, hard hats, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls
- Possession of current Emergency First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications
- Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

- This role works in an indoor and outdoor workplace
- The role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains
- Physical demands include constant driving
- Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, hot asphalt, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, animals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur
- This role requires completion of repetitive and strenuous tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting items weighing up to 20 pounds, pushing, pulling, reaching, using feet/hand controls, requiring physical stamina and resilience
- This position may require shift work, such as nights, to ensure operational coverage
- Placement will be based on operational need, city-wide

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months

This requisition is open to internal candidates only.

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $36.050 (Hourly); $75,272.40 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: PO/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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