Senior Inspector (Wastewater Operations)
About The Position
The Senior Inspector works in Houston Water and inspects, schedules, and reviews work assignments related to contractor inspection services for the sanitary sewer collection system. The role includes locating manholes and sewer lines, communicating with the public, identifying potential construction issues, and checking that manhole monitors are correctly installed and communicating. The inspector investigates inquiries about code interpretations and technical problems from contractors, technical professionals, and the general public; prepares and reviews reports, forms, and records; assists members of the public with forms; provides code interpretations to improve technical quality; and conducts inspections related to collection-system rehabilitation. This is a Department of Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III level. The work routinely requires lifting items weighing up to 40 pounds and walking for extended periods on rough surfaces.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in a field closely related to the area of inspection; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and certification or licensing in a technical specialty program of more than 18 months in the inspection area.
- Four years of journey-level or skilled experience in the area of inspection.
Nice To Haves
- Preference may be given to eligible veteran applicants who possess the qualifications for the position and are among the most qualified candidates, subject to Executive Order 1-6.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, schedule, and review contractor work assignments involving inspection services for the sanitary sewer collection system.
- Locate manholes and sewer lines, communicate with the public, and identify potential construction issues.
- Inspect manhole monitors to verify that they are correctly installed and communicating.
- Investigate inquiries about code interpretations and technical problems from contractors, technical professionals, and the general public.
- Prepare and review reports, forms, and records.
- Assist the general public with preparing various forms.
- Provide code interpretations to enhance technical quality.
- Conduct inspections related to collection-system rehabilitation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
