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CITY OF COLTON ELECTRIC UTILITY INSPECTOR DEFINITION: Under the general direction of the Electrical Systems Engineer, performs the full array of duties assigned to an inspector including inspection and oversight of lines, electrical boxes, and transformers; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs a variety of other tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Electric Utility Inspector is the journey level class responsible for inspection and coordination of outside agency construction of City electric utility distribution systems. This classification is assigned primarily inspection and coordination duties and receives technical and functional supervision from the Electric Utility Systems Designer. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs inspection and oversight of the construction utility electrical system and inspection of electrical systems of City public works projects. • Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties. • Inspects underground and overhead facilities for residential and commercial customers. • Inspects City public works projects including installation of lines, electrical boxes, and transformers. • Inspects electrical systems of streetlights, traffic lights, and irrigation systems. • Assure life safety issues are addressed and all safety rules are followed. • Locates underground facilities in response to Dig Alert service requests. • Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves complaints. • Performs other related duties as required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, making repetitive hand movements and fine coordination in the performance of daily duties and in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals that may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy traffic conditions and often work with constant interruption.