INSPECTOR (Occupancy Inspections/Plumbing)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 52.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

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City of Houston is seeking a Plumbing/Code Enforcement Inspector to enforce codes and inspect tunnels, manholes, and new construction for compliance. The role includes issuing notices, meeting with contractors and the public, and maintaining inspection records with photos.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of related inspection experience; Texas driver’s license may be required. Spanish fluency is a plus.

Competenze

• Requires High School Diploma or GED and up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection.
• Two years of journey level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed are required.
• May require a valid Texas Driver's License and be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).
• The following certificates/licenses are preferred to be obtained within 11 months of employment in the area of inspection to be performed: Licensed by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners; and, ICBO or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate.
• Preference will be given to applicants who: fluency in Spanish.

Mansioni

• Coordinates enforcement of codes, ordinances and specifications for nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures and systems to ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
• Prepares, conducts and reviews inspections for compliance with plans and specifications, identifies problems areas and recommends solutions.
• Prepares and serves correction notices and may serve violation citations; meets with the public, contractors, professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries.
• Performs daily record keeping, documentation and photographs during inspections.
• Researches plumbing plans, prepares technical reports and submits them.
• Investigates unpermitted work and assists supervisor with special tasks as assigned.

Conoscenze

Spanish fluency

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

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Applications accepted from:

All Person Interested

Division:

Houston Permitting Center/Occupancy Inspections

Reporting Location:

1002 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77002

Workdays & Hours:

Monday - Friday/7:00am - 4:00pm

Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinates the enforcement and application of various codes, ordinance and technical specifications nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures and systems to assure conformance with plans and specifications. Prepares, conducts and reviews various types of Inspections, such as tunnels, manholes, shaft sites and new construction or construction revisions for compliance with specifications, identifies problems area and recommends solutions. Prepares and serves correction notices and may serve violation citations, meets with general public, contractors, technical professional and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Performs dally record keeping activities to maintain filling systems, reports and documentation including photographs taken during inspections. Research and evaluates pluming plans, specifications and drawings. Prepares and submits various technical reports. Performs plumbing Inspection on all permitted work for code compliance, Perform investigations of unpermitted work and issues citations. Assists supervisor with special tasks as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as computers or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires High School Diploma or G.E.D. and up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection to be performed.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of journey level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas Driver's License and be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Certificate/License: Code Enforcement

The following certificates/licenses are preferred to be obtained within 11 months of employment in the area of inspection to be performed: Licensed by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners; and, ICBO or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate.

Preference will be given to applicants who:

• Who possess Med Gas Endorsement.
• Have obtained an ICBO or IAPMO plumbing Inspector Certificate; OR preferred that these license/certificates be obtained within 11 months of employment.
• Are certified by the International Code Counsel (ICC) and /or International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO).
• Are fluent in Spanish.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

PAY GRADE 18

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

INCENTIVES/AWARDS

Retention: Eligible for award of up to $3000.00, upon completion of 24 months employment Certification: Eligible for annual incentives of up to $3900.00, upon acquisition of eligible certifications.

Step Increase: Salary adjusted by 3.1% upon start of 3rd year of employment

Salary adjusted by 2.8% upon start of 5th year of employment

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy.