Senior Inspector (Wastewater Operations)

HOUSTON AIRPORT SYSTEM

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement pension

Vacation and holidays

Sick leave

Professional development

Transportation/parking plan

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking an experienced inspector to handle assignments related to sanitary sewer inspection projects. Duties include locating manholes, coordinating with the public, and verifying monitor installations.

Responsibilities also cover reviewing reports, assisting the public with forms, and providing code interpretation to support technical quality in inspections.

Qualifications

Requires an Associate's degree in a field related to inspection or a high school diploma with 18+ months of inspection certs.
Four years of journey-level or skilled inspection experience post-apprenticeship requirements apply.
No license required for this position.

Responsibilities

Inspect, schedule, and review work related to sanitary sewer inspection projects.
Locate manholes and sewer lines and communicate with the public about findings.
Ensure manhole monitors are installed and functioning correctly.
Prepare and review reports and forms; assist the public with forms.

Skills

Inspect & review assignments

Public communication

Education

Associate's degree in inspection field

High school diploma + 18-month cert in inspection

Job description

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division: Houston Water

Reporting Location : Houston, TX

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

*Subject to change.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Inspects, Schedules, and review work assignments related to inspection services for work orders done by contractors to the sanitary sewer collection system. This involves locating manholes and sewer lines, communicating with the public, and finding potential construction issues. Inspects manhole monitors are installed correctly and communicating. Investigates inquiries concerning code interpretations and technical problems from contractors, technical professional and general public. Prepares and reviews reports, forms and records. Assist general public with preparing various forms. Provides code interpretation to enhance technical quality. Conducts various inspections related to rehabilitations of the collection system.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

This is a department of public works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate's degree in a field closely related to the area of inspection to be performed; or a high school diploma/GED and certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months in the area of inspection to be performed.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of journey level or skilled experience in the area of inspection to be performed are required. In the areas for Electrical, Elevator Trades, Plumbing, Structural, and A/C and Boiler, experience must be journey level experience received after completion of apprenticeship program.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

**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.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None

However, the department may administer a skills 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 22

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.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: