PROJECT TECHNICIAN III

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a qualified individual to oversee coordination, administrative, review and technical support activities for excavation permits within the City's right-of-way. The role requires ensuring permit requests and plans comply with all Houston ordinances.

Key duties include reviewing and approving Street Cut permit applications, guiding staff in permit reviews, examining engineering plans, and serving as liaison to departments, developers, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree in Engineering, Drafting, Designing or a closely related field.
• Two years of related experience, such as surveying, engineering, drafting or designing, are required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, Design or closely related field may substitute for education and experience; directly related professional experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve Street Cut Permit Applications.
• Directs personnel in the review of Street Cut permit requests.
• Reviews engineering plan and profile for accuracy and compliance with City of Houston ordinances and design.
• Handles inquiries from the general public and staff personnel.
• Serves as a liaison to departments, agencies, developers, and contractors.
• Assist customers with questions concerning their permit request and plans.
• Coordinates and monitors equipment and system repair.
• Assists supervisors in completing special assignments.

Skills

Coordination

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering, Drafting, Designing or closely related field

Job description

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested Service Line/Section: Houston Permitting Center/Code Compliance Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Avenue* Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.* *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position oversees the coordination, general administrative, review and technical support activities to review plans submitted requesting excavation(s) within the City of Houston’s right-of-way. The permit request and the plans must be in compliance with all City of Houston ordinances.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and Approve Street Cut Permit Applications.
• Directs personnel in the review of Street Cut permit requests.
• Reviews engineering plan and profile for accuracy and compliance with City of Houston ordinances and design.
• Handles inquiries from the general public and staff personnel.
• Serves as a liaison to departments, agencies, developers, and contractors.
• Assist customers with questions concerning their permit request and plans.
• Coordinates and monitors equipment and system repair.
• Assists supervisors in completing special assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate's degree in Engineering, Drafting, Designing or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of related experience, such as surveying, engineering, drafting and/or designing, are required.

Substitution: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, Design or a closely related field may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

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 13

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

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.