Capital Projects Inspector

City of El Paso, Texas; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Paso, Texas is seeking a qualified Building Inspector to conduct on-site inspections of capital projects, ensuring compliance with approved plans, codes and laws. You will prepare detailed reports and may present findings to management and elected officials, while supervising assigned staff to ensure safe, efficient work practices.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with two years in building trades at supervisory level, and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or higher with two years in building trades or supervisory level.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
• Experience conducting on-site construction inspections and reporting results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of capital projects for compliance with plans and codes.
• Prepare detailed oral or written inspection reports.
• Make presentations to management staff and elected officials.
• Supervise and develop assigned personnel; schedule and evaluate work.
• Enforce rules and supervise safety and conduct.

Skills

Inspection

Report writing

Presentation

Team supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years journey, master, or supervisory level in building trades

Job description

MOS Code: 91E (Army), 811 (Coast Guard)

Education and Experience

A High School diploma or GED, or higher and two (2) years journey, master, or supervisory level, building trades experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Valid “Class C” Texas Driver’s License.

Under general supervision, conducts construction inspections of all City of El Paso capital projects and provides skilled technical support for the Engineering Department.

Conducts inspections. Involves: Conduct on-site technical inspections of construction projects including, but not limited to; buildings, parks, facilities, street and drainage improvements, for compliance with approved plans and specifications, appropriate codes, ordinances or laws. This will entail skilled inspection of foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, roofing and all other building systems. May need to research technical questions and coordinate the assistance of other experts. The incumbent will become an integral part of a team which oversees the legal and efficient utilization of taxpayer’s investments in municipal facilities.

Communicates. Involves: Prepare detailed oral or written technical reports of inspection results. May be asked to make oral presentations to management staff and/or elected officials at official meetings.

Supervises assigned personnel. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide, check and evaluate day-to-day work. Enforce personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct, work attendance, and safe working practices. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmonious working relationships among staff. Arrange for or engage in employee training and development. Recommend staffing and employee status changes. Interview applicants and recommend selection.

Other duties as assigned.