Construction Inspector

The City of Tomball is accepting applications for the position of Construction Inspector. This position is tasked with overseeing the compliance of public improvement construction relating to streets utilities sidewalks and drainage systems. Involves ensuring all construction activities within city rightofways and certain private improvements adhere to local state and federal standards. As a representative for Engineering and Construction Management the Construction Inspector reviews project construction against stipulated quality benchmarks ensuring projects align with plans specifications and other associated documents.

Education and Experience An equivalent combination of education training and experience will be considered.

Education HSGED

Experience Minimum of 3 years previous relevant work experience is required.

Certifications N/A

Licensing Drivers License Class C License for water and wastewater

Construction Inspector functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Preparation for Construction Projects: Review plans specifications city codes and permits for assigned projects. Attend preconstruction conferences to discuss project notes with stakeholders.
• Construction Inspections: Ensure project items are constructed to city standards and contract agreements. Notify contractors of deficiencies and ensure rectification. Review project records and reports including DWR RFI CO SWPPP and others. Inspect equipment and project materials to ensure alignment with plan specifications. Field measure calculate and record installed contract items for pay estimates.
• Project Closeout: Oversee project closeout procedures including inspections asbuilt plans and deficiency resolutions.
• Safety and Environmental Compliance: Ensure public and personnel safety in line with The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and OSHA. Ensure project compliance with environmental standards including TPDES Permits and TCEQ requirements. Oversee SWPPP/BMP reports and manage corrective actions with contractors. Report halted infractions of city ordinances to city code enforcement.
• Customer Service: Respond to inquiries from other departments the public and contractors on topics like zoning permits and city ordinance compliance. Maintain professional relationships with contractor personnel and disseminate public service information.
• Continuous Improvement: Mentor and train employees in inspection procedures and material specifications. Attend and present at training sessions related to construction materials and processes.
• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge skills and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

• Familiarity with local state and federal construction codes and regulations.
• Understanding of city standards contracts and construction processes.
• Awareness of safety and environmental protocols including OSHA and TCEQ.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Excellent communication both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including engineers contractors and city staff.
• Capacity to maintain detailed records and produce comprehensive reports.

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

GIS Microsoft Office Bluebeam Apple Google Encode Truck Levels Man Holes Hooks

Ground Probe Valve Key Tape Measure Ruler/Scales Basic Hand Tools Pay Application

Software Plans Manuals Contracts COT Ordinances COT Specification and Standards

TXDOT Specification and Standards HCFCD Specifications and Standards MUTCD

Specification and Standards ASTM Standards TPDES Standards TCEQ Standards AWWA Standards CRSI Standards.

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors.
• Work may involve potentially lifethreatening exposure to extreme temperatures humidity noise chemical/gases contagious diseases airborne particles/pathogens and/or physical trauma.
• May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures humidity noise chemicals/gases contagious diseases airborne particles/pathogens and/or physical trauma.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work requires the ability to sit stand walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist hand and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to grasp pull push and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
• Work requires the ability to talk hear listen and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more visual acuity of 20 inches or less three dimensional vision the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to lift up to 40
• Work requires the ability to stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl.

*The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability you may request accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and employees may be required to comply with the changes.

SALARY:

Hiring range $56035 $58837 $26.94 $28.29

Salary range $56035 $84053

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race Color National Origin Sex Religion Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.