Community Service Inspector; Wastewater Operations

Service Line/Section

Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

100 Japhet St, Houston, TX 77020

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm
* Subject to change

The first responder that investigates and responds to all service request generated from citizens, business owners and manhole monitoring alerts, related to collection system concerns. Responsible for investigating, documenting, and responding to sanitary sewer overflows via opening manholes, pictures, emails, and asset management system. Required to meet with the public, technical professionals, and businesses due to inquiries/ concerns. May require responding to emergency call and working longer shifts, including sleeping in the facility during an emergency.

Makes sure all collection system concerns are safe and secure, for the protection of the public. This position is required to drive to and from job sites.

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as folding barricades or manhole covers (up to 90 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate and up to eighteen months of specialized education or training in a specific area or trade.

One year of experience related to customer service or an area of inspection to be performed is required.

Depending on the area of specialty, the position may require the experience listed above to be journey level, received after completion of an apprenticeship program.

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Preference may be given to candidates who have a working knowledge of the IPS, GIS and/or have experience with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer skills.

• 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.**

None

However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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 - 16

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