Workdays & Hours: Varied. (7:00AM – 4:00PM Subject to change) Shift work including rotation, weekends, and holidays.
PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The purpose of Infrastructure / Construction Management business unit is to build projects according to approved contract documents.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to ensure construction projects comply to design specifications, applicable codes and standards with work performed in a safe manner. Constructability reviews during design phase and monitoring contractor’s quality control activities to ensure quality assurance of construction projects.
"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required."
The Inspector responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Ensure contract compliance for concrete and asphalt pavement including base section and subgrade stabilization layers.
Prepares, conducts and reviews various types of inspections, such as tunnels, manholes, shaft sites and new construction or construction revisions, for compliance with specifications.
Performs inspections, identifies problem areas, and recommends solutions. Prepares and serves correction notices and may serve violation citations.
Meets with general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems.
Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing systems, reports and documentation.
Researches and evaluates plans, specifications, and drawings.
Prepares and submits various technical reports.
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. There are routine discomforts 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 solutions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances such as cleaning solutions.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma/GED, and up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection to be performed.
Experience Requirements
Two years of journey level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed are required.
License Requirements
May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
PREFERENCE
Airport/Airfield (AOA) Experience.
Airfield Operation Area experience with FAA FAR 139 projects preferred.
Bi-lingual Spanish speaking valued, but not required.
Other discipline qualifications for QA/QC testing preferred.
NICET certifications or Building Code licenses to demonstrate experience in specific disciplines.
**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
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
YES - this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade 18
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.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
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All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
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EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
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