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The City of Houston Inspector in Houston, Texas
Inspector
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Inspector
Salary
$1,982.68 - $2,607.75 Biweekly
Location
Houston, Texas
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
33976
Department
Houston Public Works
Opening Date
04/25/2024
Closing Date
5/7/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line: Houston Permitting Center
Section: Multi-Family/Habitability Inspection
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 7:00 am - 4 pm
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures that construction meets local and national building codes, ordinances and technical specifications through various duties that include, but are not limited to the following: Inspects mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or structural systems to ensure they comply with building codes and local ordinances. Provides written feedback related to the findings. Performs record keeping activities, maintains daily logs, records/maintains photographs taken during inspections and issues violation notices and stop-work orders under supervision of senior technical staff. Monitors construction sites periodically to ensure overall compliance with codes. Meets with public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Researches and evaluates plans, specifications, and drawings. Prepares and submits various technical reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Journey level is a union card holding member that skilled in each building trade or craft, who has successfully completed an official apprenticeship qualification. Journey level are considered certified to work in that field.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as computers or records boxes (up to 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 III Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires 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 years of journey level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed are required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas Driver's License and be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 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 18
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 832-393-6002.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6002 (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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Please select the scenario that best describes how you qualify for this position.
Less than a High School diploma/GED
High School diploma/GED or higher and less than 18 months education or training in the area of inspection
High School diploma/GED or higher and 18 months or more of education or training in the area of inspection
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree or higher
02
Do you have a valid/current driver's license?
Yes
No
03
Which best describes your VERIFIABLE skilled, journey level experience in Inspections?
Less than 2 years
2 to than 3 years
More than 3 years and less than 5 years
More than 5 years
04
Do you have an ICC Commercial or Residential Inspector certification?
Yes
No
05
Which best describes your VERIFIABLE experience as a building inspector?
Less than 2 years
2 to 4 years
4 to 6 years
6 years or more
No experience
06
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
07
Have you completely and truthfully answered question # 9 regarding employment gaps in application? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application).
Yes
No
08
Identify the trade or trades for which you are licensed or certified. (Check all that apply)
Structural
Electrical
Mechanical/HVAC
Plumbing
Other
No verification
Required Question