Salary : $48,939.00 - $66,212.00 Annually Location : 200 Laurence Dr., Heath Job Type: Full-Time Department: Public Works Opening Date: 10/18/2024 Closing Date: 11/1/2024 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Description Under general supervision, assists the Public Works Construction Inspector performing specialized technical work inspecting construction for compliance with local, State, and Federal standards. Work involves ensuring construction projects meet with City specifications and standards; reviewing submittals for materials and mix designs; reviews right-of-way permits; reviewing excavation permits; coordinating with other City departments to install electric conduits; installing street signs; and scheduling water main shut down and tie-ins. Organizational Relationships: 1. Reports to: Public Works Construction Inspector 2. Other: Has contact with other City employees, vendors, contractors, builders, utility companies, and the general public. Essential Job Functions & Other Important Duties Reviews public works/parks construction, private development plans and maintenance design plans for compliance with engineer design standards and state and city codes. Inspects parks, streets, driveways, sidewalks, water, sewer, and storm-sewer construction projects for compliance with standards and codes. Responds to questions and concerns from the public. Prepares daily reports. Refers to Heath Standard Drawing for Public Work Construction, Texas Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction, Standard Specifications for Public Work Construction North Central policy and procedure manuals, codes/laws/ regulations, publications and reference texts, etc. Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, transit and level, measuring wheel, etc. Uses a variety of tools such as metal detector, valve wrench, pick, shovel, etc. Uses a variety of supplies such as office supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc. Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as contractors, builders, other departments, and the general public Other Important Duties Performs general office work as required, including entering computer data, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, etc. Performs related duties as required. Job Requirements Has knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Public Works Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Assistant Construction Inspector. Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of methods, equipment, procedures, and standard practices of municipal public works operations. Skill in reading and interpreting construction plans. Has thorough knowledge of the terminology used within the department. Is able to read and interpret technical materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Knowledge of departmental and City policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations. Knowledge of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulations. Is able to perform fieldwork in uncomfortable physical conditions, including exposure to excessive heat / cold, odors, electrical currents, construction hazards, toxic agents, etc., and entering confined spaces and climbing to various heights. Is able to communicate professionally with other City and County departments, property/business owners, engineering/development and construction/real estate professionals, contractors, etc., in order to accomplish goals and complete projects. Is able to work under stressful conditions related to balancing multiple projects within the constraints of time available. Is able to react professionally at all times, dealing with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Is able to offer assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Is able to prepare required reports and records with accuracy and in a timely manner. Has thorough knowledge of proper English usage and basic mathematics. Has knowledge of modern office practices and technology. Has knowledge of and skill in the use of computers for records management. Has knowledge of how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Is able to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Has knowledge of how to personally demonstrate appropriate customer service skills. Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts. Quantity of Work: Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations. Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned within deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human, and conceptual areas. Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management concerning vacation time and leave requests. Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant, and self-starting approach to meeting job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished and initiates proper and acceptable action for completing work with a minimum of supervision and instruction. Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions following prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such as instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally. Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors, and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra- departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image. Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time- management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated. Skill/Ability to: Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Interpersonal Communications: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from supervisor. Language Ability: Requires ability to read a variety of codes, policies and procedures, blueprints and construction drawings, specifications, correspondence, etc. Requires the ability to prepare inspection reports, violation notices, correspondence, etc., with proper format. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical and/or professional languages including engineering, etc. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to utilize mathematical formulas, to determine percentages and decimals, and to determine time. Must be able to use practical applications of algebra, fractions, percentages, ratio, and proportion. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, and visually read various information. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery; to operate motor vehicles. Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, hand tools, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. Color Discrimination and Visual Acuity: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color; requires the visual acuity to determine depth perception, peripheral vision, inspection for small parts; preparing and analyzing written or computer data, etc. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines. The worker may be subject to danger or risk to a moderate degree. Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Education and Experience: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by three to five years of experience in Public Works/Parks. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications and Licenses Required: Must possess a valid state driver's license. Additional Information The City of Heath is an equal opportunity employer of qualified individuals. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. City of Heath 2024 Benefit OutlineHealth Insurance - United Healthcare Choice Plus Network
- 1 PPO plan
- 2 High Deductible plans (one option is no cost to the employee for employee only coverage)
- Employer Contribution to HSA accounts
Dental Insurance- Cigna Dental Choice Network
- (Employer paid for employee only coverage)
Vision Insurance- Superior Vision National Network
TMRS Retirement System
- Vesting at 5 years
- Employee 7 %
- City Match 2 to 1 ratio
Life/AD&D insurance- One America
- 1 times base annual earnings up to $100,000, minimum of $50,000 provided by the City
- Optional voluntary coverage available
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Provided by One America and UHC Plans
- Provided at no cost to the employee
Long Term Disability- One America
- Provided at no cost to the employee
Additional Voluntary Benefits
- ICMA-RC 457 retirement plan-(No City contributions)
- Legal/ID Shield
Longevity Pay
- $6 per month for every month employed by the City
Vacation Accrual
- 0-1 year 10 days
- 1-10 years 17 days
- 10-15 years 20 days
- 15+ years 25 days
Sick Time Accrual
Holidays
01 How many years of related experience do you have?
- No Experience
- Less Than 3 Years
- 3 to less than 5
- 5 or more
02 Please select your highest level of education.
- Less than High School
- High School /GED
- Some College
- Associate degree
- BA/BS Degree
- Master's or greater
Required Question