Code Compliance Technician

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 59,326,000 - 74,042,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a Code Compliance Technician to identify and remove graffiti and illegal signs, while educating property owners on ordinances. The role includes scheduling and inspecting tool sharing programs, maintaining records, and communicating with residents.

Under supervision, you will drive city vehicles, operate equipment, and coordinate abatements with other departments. A valid Texas driver’s license and safety certifications are required within 12 months, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hazmat, chemical safety, or chemical handling certification within 12 months.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Identify, photograph, and remove graffiti using approved methods and safety guidelines.
• Determine best graffiti abatement method based on surface materials.
• Perform administrative duties including emails, case documentation, and reports.
• Enter and update complaints.
• Operate city vehicles and trailers to travel to locations.
• Coordinate and facilitate contractor graffiti abatements.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent decision making

Organizational ability

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hazmat/chemical safety certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Salary

$20.67 - $25.84

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Code Compliance Technician identifies and removes graffiti and illegal signs; provides educational and ordinance information to property owners regarding graffiti and illegal sign violations; and schedules, delivers, inspects, maintains, and tracks tools for the Tool Sharing Program.

Essential Job Functions

• Identify, photograph, and remove graffiti using approved methods, safety guidelines, and materials.
• Determine the best method of graffiti abatement based on circumstances and surface materials.
• Perform administrative duties including emails, case documentation, graffiti abatement forms, reports, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Enter and update complaints.
• Operate gas-powered and mechanical equipment using solvent/chemical products such as paint and cleaners.
• Identify, photograph, and remove illegal signage from the public right-of-way.
• Schedule tool deliveries and pickups and confirm reservations with residents.
• Track tool availability, usage, and maintenance.
• Prioritize daily activities to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Operate City vehicles and trailers to travel to various locations.

Other Job Functions

• Work and make decisions independently.
• Inspect, test, and perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Deploy and remove mosquito-spraying signage as directed.
• Provide waivers, educational materials, and ordinance information to property owners.
• Order materials and track expenditures for graffiti removal and equipment maintenance.
• Answer questions from the public regarding code issues.
• Conduct nuisance abatements using a variety of methods and tools.
• Coordinate and facilitate contractor graffiti abatements.
• Coordinate tasks with other City departments and outside agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Knowledge of small engine and basic mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of connecting and operating a vehicle with an attached trailer.
• Skill in making independent decisions regarding graffiti removal best practices.
• Skill in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple projects.
• Skill in gathering and analyzing information and making recommendations.
• Ability to work and make decisions independently.
• Ability to learn state and local codes and ordinances relating to graffiti and illegal signage.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with citizens to explain graffiti abatement procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Ability to read labels on a variety of containers.
• Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including hearing, speaking, climbing, driving, lifting, seeing, squatting, reaching, and walking.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, decisiveness, and creativity.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate specialized graffiti removal equipment.
• Ability to operate office equipment including MS Office and standard computer applications.
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and after-hour calls as needed; assignments may rotate based on procedural or legal requirements.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to chemicals, dust, plants, insects, animals, odors, and mold.
• Qualifying Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hazmat, chemical safety, or chemical handling certification (or department-approved equivalent) required within 12 months.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Education and Experience: One (1) year of customer service experience preferred.

Employment Screenings Required

• Criminal background check.
• CJIS Criminal/Fingerprinting.
• Drug/Alcohol Testing.
• Human Performance Evaluation.
• Motor Vehicle Evaluation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses. Become a leader in your chosen profession by joining the City’s dynamic workforce and make a positive contribution to the American Dream City! The City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [e-mail]. If you do not find a job that suits your experience, we welcome you to introduce yourself so Human Resources may be able to guide you to other opportunities.