Job Description

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

The mission of the Sidewalk Program is to support the agency’s goal by providing for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people by making sidewalks safe and accessible for all pedestrians.

Under general supervision, the selected Apprentice Inspectors H&S (Highway and Sewers) will be responsible for performing the following duties but not limited to: Conduct field audits and inspections for construction and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, and center medians at Vision Zero Projects to ensure field workers’ compliance with State, City and New York City Department of Transportation’s Polices, Rules and Regulations relating to Personal Protective Equipment, Maintenance & Protection of Traffic (MPT)and Environmental Requirements. Participate in ongoing work zone safety initiatives and informational sessions for work crews assigned at the Citywide Concrete and Sidewalk Inspections Units. Make thorough observations and assessments of work zones and prepare detailed Reports that include photographic documentation. Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.

Qualifications

License Requirement

Must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.