Public Infrastructure Inspector (Street Rehabilitation)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a skilled Construction Inspector for the Public Works Emergency Management program based at 611 Walker St, Houston, TX. This Tier I position requires a valid Texas driver’s license and a high school diploma, with pay grade 17 corresponding to a competitive salary.

The contractor will review drawings, inspect municipal construction sites, document daily activities, attach photos, verify materials, and communicate with residents and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Four years of skilled construction experience are required.
• Bachelor’s degree or vocational training may substitute for up to four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specifications for municipal projects.
• Inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with specs and contracts.
• Record daily construction activities with detailed reports and photos.
• Verify materials meet project specifications and notify residents of construction.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, civic groups, contractors, and businesses.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Infrastructure Rehabilitation/ Street Rehabilitation

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:00a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review drawings and specifications for a variety of municipal projects. Inspect various civil construction sites to ensure compliance with technical specifications and contract documents. Records and submits all daily construction activities on reports and drawings, which include full and specific details on progress, plan modifications,equipment usage, materials, labor, etc. Attaches photographs to reports. Verifies materials used are by project specifications. Ensures the contractor has properly notified residents of construction in the area. Responds to inquiries from the public, civic groups, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on routine basis. There are routine discomfort from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solution.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of skilled experience related to construction are required.

Substitution: A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field may substitute for up to four years of the experience requirement. Vocational training and education may be substituted on a year for-year basis for up to four years of the experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires 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 skills assessment test.

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 17

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.