Vegetation Management Inspector

Harris County • Houston, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Vegetation Management Inspector. The District’s core mission is to mitigate the risk of flooding in Harris County, which boasts a population of over 4.7 million and includes the City of Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States. The District’s responsibilities extend to approximately 1,500 channels spanning nearly 2,500 miles, over 60 regional stormwater detention basins covering more than 10,000 acres, and several wetlands mitigation banks, such as Greens Bayou. This role is responsible for inspecting and providing quality control of the District’s drainage and channel maintenance projects. The Inspector will work closely with outside contractors to inspect streams and bayous for needed maintenance, including turf establishment, mowing, debris removal, selective clearing, tree planting, and hazardous tree removal.

Requirements

• Requires a high school graduate or equivalent from an accredited college or university AND One (1) year of verifiable experience in vegetation management, construction inspection, and/ or landscape Installation OR Five (5) years’ experience in project management, business, or a similar field.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver’s License
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Good verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and/or assignments.
• Ability to be self-motivated.
• A self-starter.
• Ability to work in an outdoor setting.
• Good organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resources field such as Agronomy, Forestry, or Horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the District’s infrastructure, such as channels, detention basins, and buy-out lots, for needed maintenance.
• Measure, calculate, and verify contract quantities completed by the contractor for payment.
• Maintain daily records of work performed by contractors.
• Complete project work orders and schedule contract work.
• Complete daily status reports, project reports, and contractor work schedules.
• Schedule and conduct meetings with contractor representatives.
• Prepare invoice estimates for monthly contractor payments.
• Prepare correspondence, complete forms, and maintain records and files.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required, adapting to the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.

What This Job Offers

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