Inspector

Position Overview

Service Line/Section: Engineering/Traffic Control Inspector
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Subject to Change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Enforces traffic control requirements to ensure traffic safety and mobility at and in the vicinity of street/lane/sidewalk closures.
Provides general coordination in enforcing the understanding and technical application of codes, ordinances and technical specifications for infrastructure construction, structures and systems.
Meets with inspectors, general public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses to respond to inquiries/investigations and technical problems for lane/ sidewalk closures, special events, sidewalk cafés, and valet zones.
Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing system, reports and documentation;
Researches and evaluates plans, specifications, drawings/traffic control plans.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

Minimum Requirements

• 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).

PREFERENCES

• PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS FAMILIAR WITH THE TEXAS MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DOCUMENTS (TMUTCD).
• 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

• 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 832-393-6737. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6737 (TTY 7-1-1) or 855-524-5627.
• If you need to apply for this position, you must submit your application online at: www.houstontx.gov.
• If you need login assistance or technical support, call 855-524-5627.
• All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

Safety Impact Position

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.

EEO

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.