Public Infrastructure Inspector (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston • Houston, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Infrastructure Inspector performs inspections of public infrastructure for cleaning and television projects to ensure work conforms to project specifications and contract documents. The role conducts on-site inspections of contractors’ work for compliance with contract plans and specifications and City of Houston codes and ordinances; coordinates measurements, inspections, and reviews; identifies problem areas and recommends solutions; and prepares field notes, checklists, logs, and technical reports. The inspector also maintains project records and filing systems, reviews drawings and specifications for municipal projects, and communicates with the public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses to address inquiries, technical problems, complaints, and other job-related issues.

The position is based at 3100 Galveston Road and has a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., subject to change. It is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at Tier III level and is designated as a safety impact position, subject to random drug testing. The role routinely requires lifting items weighing up to 40 pounds and walking for extended periods on rough surfaces.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Four years of skilled experience related to construction; a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field may substitute for up to four years, and vocational training and education may be substituted year for year for up to four years.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s driving policy.
• Routinely lift items weighing up to 40 pounds and walk for extended periods on rough surfaces.
• New hires and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of provided information.

Nice To Haves

• Eligible veteran applicants receive preference when they possess the qualifications necessary for competent performance, are among the most qualified candidates, and meet the other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Responsibilities

• Inspect public infrastructure for cleaning and television projects to ensure compliance with project specifications and contract documents.
• Conduct on-site inspections and enforce contractor compliance with contract plans, specifications, and City of Houston codes and ordinances.
• Coordinate and conduct measurements, inspections, and reviews to verify conformance with technical specifications.
• Identify problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and submit field notes, checklists, logs, and technical reports for job sites.
• Maintain filing systems, reports, and project documentation.
• Review drawings and specifications for municipal projects.
• Meet with members of the public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems.
• Handle citizens’ complaints and other job-related issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED