Job: INSPECTOR (Mechanical) - TN

Job Title: INSPECTOR (Mechanical) - TN
Salary: $1,486.00 - $1,762.00 Biweekly $38,636.00 - $45,812.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, Texas

PN# 06951

Public Works and Engineering Department
Planning and Development Services
Code Enforcement/Occupancy Section
3300 Main*
Mon - Fri, 7 am - 4 pm.*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinates the enforcement and application of various codes, ordinances and technical specifications to assure conformance with plans and specifications. Prepares, conducts and reviews various types of structural inspections for compliance with building construction specifications. Performs inspections, identifies problem areas and recommends solutions. Meets with the general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Performs record keeping activities to maintain filing systems, reports and documentation. Researches and evaluates plans, specifications and drawings.

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.

This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required High School Diploma or G.E.D. Specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years of experience Mechanical, HVAC, Heating is required. The position requires the years of experience to be journeyman level, received after completion of an apprenticeship program.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving. PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to applicants who are ICC/IAPMO certified as Mechanical Inspectors. GENERAL INFORMATION: SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: NoneHowever, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.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.Salary Range - Pay Grade 18APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call (713) 837-0807. The City of Houston Human Resources TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is (713) 837-9471.