Hawaii County Public Works Department focuses to provide service and customer satisfaction through the design, construction and maintenance of public infrastructure. The department is responsible for various matters relating to engineering, public and private building construction and inspection, inspection and maintenance of public streets, highways, bridges and drainage facilities, and acquisition of public and private properties for public purposes. It is also responsible for design, operation and maintenance of traffic signals and traffic control devices, and various other public works projects. It operates several divisions, including automotive, building, engineering, highway maintenance, traffic division, and communications. The department s building division is responsible for the administration and enforcement of building, electrical, and plumbing codes, and to ensure that the construction meets minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare. It is located in Hilo, Hawaii.