Senior Public Infrastructure Inspector

City of Houston, TX -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$33.60 - $36.47 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Construction industry experience

Full Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Houston Water / Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: 4550 Groveway Dr, Houston, TX 77087, USA
Workdays & Hours: M - F, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. *

Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Schedules, prepares and reviews work assignments related to point repairs, rehabilitation and collection system maintenance, assigned to contractors, for the sanitary sewer collection system. Investigates and responds to inquiries concerning, sanitary sewer issues, code interpretations and technical problems from contractors, technical professional and public. Prepares and reviews reports, form 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. Performs inspections of public infrastructures for various civil construction projects (i.e., paving, water and wastewater lines and facilities, storm sewers and traffic signals) to ensure conformance to project specifications and contract documents.

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 Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five (5) 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 (4) years of the experience requirement.
Vocational training and education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires certification as a Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) by the American Public Works Association or an industry-recognized equivalent certification within the first year of employment in the job.

Preferred: Certificates of completion in one (1) or more fields of expertise (i.e. concrete, electrical, etc.) offered by any public or private agency (i.e. Department of Transportations) or other independent provider.

Must have valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (A.P. 2-2).

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 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: 19

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.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

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.

Employer

City of Houston

Address

901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website

https://www.houstontx.gov/

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