INSPECTOR (Structural Inspection)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Retention incentive up to $3000

Relocation incentive up to $1000

Certification incentive up to $3900

Step increases: +3.1% at year 3

Salary adjustments: +2.8% at year 5

Resumo da oferta

City of Houston seeks a Structural Inspector in the Houston Permitting Center, Code Enforcement - Structural Inspection Section. The role involves inspecting structural systems, reviewing plans, and addressing inquiries from the public and contractors.

Work is performed at 1002 Washington Avenue with standard weekday hours. Expect to perform field inspections, maintain records, and ensure compliance with building codes and ICC guidelines.

Qualificações

• Requires High School Diploma or GED and up to 18 months of education or training in inspection.
• Two years of journey level or skilled inspection experience required.
• ICBO Building Inspector's Certificate preferred or required.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate enforcement of codes and inspections for structural systems and manufactured homes.
• Prepare, conduct and review various structural inspections for compliance.
• Interact with the public, contractors, professionals and businesses to address inquiries and issues.
• Maintain records, reports and documentation; research plans and drawings.

Conhecimentos

Public interaction

Inspections

Record keeping

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

ICBO Building Inspector's Certificate

Ferramentas

None

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Overview

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Permitting Center / Code Enforcement - Structural Inspection Section
Location: 1002 Washington Avenue
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*

• Subject to change*

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Coordinates the enforcement and application of various codes, ordinances and technical specifications for structural systems and manufactured homes to assure conformance with plans and specifications. Prepares, conducts and reviews various types of structural inspections for compliance with building construction specifications. Performs inspections, identifies problem areas and recommends solutions. Meets with the general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing systems, reports and documentation. Researches and evaluates plans, specifications and drawings. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items (up to 40 pounds), long periods of walking on rough surfaces, some exposure to dust, and climbing stairs and ladders on a routine basis. Field inspections expose the inspector to weather elements of heat, rain, cold and the like.

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

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a 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 (2) 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 compliance with the city of Houston's policy on driving.

Certificate/License

Structural - ICBO Building Inspector's Certificate.

PREFERENCES

Preference may be given to applicants with carpentry, general contractor or superintendent experience.

Preference will be given to applicants with commercial or residential ICC inspector certification;

• Preference may also be given to applicants who 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 However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION

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

Pay Grade

18

INCENTIVES/AWARDS

• Retention: Eligible for award of up to $3000.00, upon completion of 24 months employment
• Relocation: Eligible for incentive of up to $1000.00, upon submission of qualifying receipts
• 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.