City of Houston

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Investigators

Location: 1002 Washington Avenue

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm*

• Subject to change*

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.
• Investigates reported code violations received via 311 and issued court proceedings related issued citations evidence of cited code violations and provides testimony conjunctions with court proceedings.

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 Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.

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

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

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with valid ICC Commercial or Residential building inspector certification.

• 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 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 832-393-6020.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6020. (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
• Supplemental Insurance
• 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
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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