Inspector

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. This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level. 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. 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 (2) 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 be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2). 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 is considered certified to work in that field. 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 Pay grade 18. VETERAN PREFERENCE 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. EEO STATEMENT 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr