INSPECTOR (Construction)

Posting number: 39327

Department: Houston Public Works

Job classification: INSPECTOR

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Construction Trades

Summary

: All Persons InterestedApplications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Permitting Center/Structural Inspection 
Location: 1002 Washington Avenue
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
*Subject to change* 
 
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Enforces ordinances and technical specifications for Right of Way Utilities, Sidewalk, Driveway, Paving inspections and 311 investigations to assure conformance with plans and specifications.

 
Key Responsibilities: 

• Conducts various types of civil inspections including Right of Way Utilities, Sidewalk, Driveway, Paving inspections and 311 investigations, new construction or construction revisions, for compliance with specifications.

• Performs inspections, identifies problem areas and recommends solutions. Serves correction notices and violation citations.
• Meets with general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems.
• Researches and evaluates plans, specifications and drawings.

 
WORKING CONDITIONS
The 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 a routine basis.
 
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.   

Examples of duties

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

Qualifications

**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.**   

Supplemental 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 18


APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Huma