Safety Inspector I

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Safety Inspector I

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS OPERATIONS

Requisition Number

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; alpha essential.

Employee may work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

R - Routine

Pay Grade

GE08

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

Min: $46,995 – Max: $77,542.

• Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Job Description

Public Works Operations is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform departmental jobsite safety inspections and incident (accident/injury/cut lines) safety investigations, provide training, assist in mitigating hazardous materials incidents, and enforce applicable codes and regulations. Responsibilities include:

• Perform daily jobsite safety inspections and enter information into Maximo (asset management system). Document safety violations on safety checklist.
• Perform safety investigations for incidents (accidents/injuries/cut lines). Conduct safety training classes including new employee safety orientation, VDOT flagging certification, Defensive Driving, and substance abuse avoidance.
• Assist with city-wide hazardous materials spills in the right of way, verifying spills types and cleanup requirements. Maintain non-hazardous materials temporary storage site at the Greenbrier Yard. Perform monthly OSHA yard inspections. Monitor fire extinguishers and eye wash stations.
• Provide backup support for Safety Inspector 2. Attend Safety Review Board hearings as safety expert when needed. Conduct safety meetings as directed.

Requires comprehensive knowledge of principles/practices related to construction/industrial safety; knowledge of Federal/State laws & safety regulations; knowledge of the duties, responsibility & equipment used in municipal employment. Ability to communicate effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Ability to assist in identification and containment of hazardous materials. Ability to set up safety work zone, direct traffic, & work with divisions. Some knowledge of Virginia Worker's Compensation rules and regulations. Some knowledge of Public Works' type injuries. Requires occasional availability after-hours.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in occupational safety or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Depending on operational needs, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or higher may be required within 12 months of start date.

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Safety related training with some OSHA certifications preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

01/12/2026

Job Close Date

01/26/2026

Open Continuous

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Carrying

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Reaching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Kneeling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crouching

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crawling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Twisting

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Climbing

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Balancing

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

standard office equipment, vehicle, safety testing equipment

Protective Equipment Required

all required PPE

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

S = Seasonally

Chemical Hazards

S = Seasonally

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

D = Daily

Extreme Temperatures

W = Several Times Per Week

Noise and Vibration

D = Daily

Fumes and Odors

D = Daily

Wetness/Humidity

W = Several Times Per Week

Darkness or Poor Lighting

M = Several Times Per Month

Primary Work Location

Office Environment, Vehicle, Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

no

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

0

Maximum Requests

4