Field Operations Inspector - Street Operations

Field Operations Inspector - Street Operations

Salary

$22.20 - $27.30 Hourly

Location

1318 SE LOOP 410, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78220, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00061

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/08/2026

Closing Date

10/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for investigating, recording, and/or responding for maintenance, repair of the City public infrastructure and makes preliminary determination of type of work required. Working conditions are primarily outside and in underground drainage systems with confined spaces. Outdoor environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust; damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, animal/insect bites, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

Northeast Service Center - 1318 Se Loop 410, San Antonio TX, 78220, TX 78220

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts site visits to assess requests.
• Respond to situations where maintenance or repair of public infrastructures may need to be performed, frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 25 pounds.
• Determines ownership and responsibility for areas in need of maintenance or repair.
• Determines type of maintenance or repair to be completed.
• Ensures compliance with safety and equipment standards, standard operating procedures and service level agreements.
• Coordinates with appropriate personnel for maintenance and repairs.
• Plans, coordinates, and controls work zone traffic.
• Prepares reports and maintains necessary records of work scheduled and performed.
• May have to perform minor maintenance and repairs when applicable.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in field construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Road construction methods and Knowledge.
• Two (2) years experience with SAP and Lagan.
• Two (2) years experience in customer service.
• Two (2) years experience with street construction.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of stream restoration, vegetation control, street construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and materials used in the maintenance and construction of drainage ditch systems.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques used in the demolition and construction of concrete drain structures.
• Knowledge of sign installation procedures, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair for daily operations.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures related to maintenance.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer, associated software, and a two-way radio.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to utilize all tools and equipment needed to perform daily functions.
• Ability to estimate necessary time, materials and supplies needed to complete tasks.
• Ability to plan, organize and develop the work of a group of employees.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

How many years of experience do you have in field construction and maintenance?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

06

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

07

How many years of experience do you have in street maintenance construction?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

08

How many years of direct customer interaction experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

09

How many years of experience do you have preparing clear and comprehensive field inspection reports?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

10

How many years of experience do you have inspecting street related issues such as drainage, potholes, base and pavement repairs?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

11

Select any of the Microsoft Office applications that you have extensive experience with.

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• Powerpoint
• Publisher
• Visio
• Outlook
• Teams
• None of the above

12

Please explain your street vetting and verification process. What tools, criteria, and procedures do you use to confirm that the information you collect is accurate? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

13

Can you explain how you incorporate the City's 2-, 5-, 7-, and 9-year maintenance cycles into your long-term capital improvement planning process? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

14

I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree

15

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

16

Once an application has been designated, what software or system do you rely on to update street information, including adding or removing streets? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx