Public Infrastructure Inspector (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a qualified Inspector for the Houston Water/Waste Water Operations division to perform inspections of public infrastructures and ensure conformance to project specifications and contract documents.

You will conduct on-site inspections, coordinate measurements, prepare field notes and reports, and review drawings to support municipal projects. A valid Texas driver's license is required and veterans may receive preference.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Four years of skilled construction experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field may substitute for up to four years of experience; vocational training may substitute year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of public infrastructures for cleaning and television projects to ensure conformance to project specifications and contract documents.
• Conducts on-site inspections and enforcement of work being performed by contractors in compliance with the related contract plan and specifications and the City of Houston codes and ordinances.
• Coordinates and conducts various types of measurements, inspections, and reviews to assure conformance with technical specifications.
• Performs inspections, identifies problem areas and recommends solutions. Prepares and submits field notes, checklists, logs, and technical reports for various job sites.
• Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing systems, reports and documentation.
• Reviews drawings and specifications for a variety of municipal projects.
• Meets with the general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Handles citizens' complaints and other job-related issues.

Skills

Inspection experience

Contract enforcement

Field notes & reporting

Public interactions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree substitution for up to four years

Job description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED. Division: Houston Water/Waste Water Operations. Reporting Location: 3100 Galveston Road. Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:00a.m.- 4:00 p.m. * Subject to change.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs inspections of public infrastructures for various cleaning and television projects to ensure conformance to project specifications and contract documents.

• Conducts on-site inspections and enforcement of work being performed by contractors in compliance with the related contract plan and specifications and the City of Houston codes and ordinances.
• Coordinates and conducts various types of measurements, inspections, and reviews to assure conformance with technical specifications.
• Performs inspections, identifies problem areas and recommends solutions. Prepares and submits field notes, checklists, logs, and technical reports for various job sites.
• Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing systems, reports and documentation.
• Reviews drawings and specifications for a variety of municipal projects.
• Meets with the general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Handles citizens' complaints and other job-related issues.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, up to forty (40) pounds and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

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

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.