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Harris County · 1 day ago

Vegetation Management Inspector

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Vegetation Management Inspector. The Inspector will be responsible for inspecting and providing quality control of the District’s drainage and channel maintenance projects, working closely with outside contractors to ensure maintenance is performed effectively.

Government Administration

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Inspect the District’s infrastructure, including channels, detention basins, and buy-out lots, for needed maintenance

Measure, calculate, and verify contract quantities completed by the contractor for payment

Maintain daily records of work performed by contractors

Complete project work orders and schedule contract work

Prepare invoice estimates for monthly contractor payments

Complete daily status reports, project reports, and contractor work schedules

Schedule and conduct meetings with contractor representatives

Prepare correspondence, complete forms, and maintain records and files

Perform other duties that may be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs

Qualification

Vegetation managementConstruction inspectionProject managementMicrosoft OfficePrioritizeVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Requires a high school graduate or equivalent

Requires a minimum of one-year verifiable experience in vegetation management, construction inspection, and/or landscape Installation OR five (5) years' experience in project management, business, or a similar field

Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Good verbal & written communication skills

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and/or assignments

Ability to be self-motivated

A self-starter

Ability to work in an outdoor setting

Good organizational skills

Preferred

Prefer a bachelor's degree in a natural resources field such as Agronomy, Forestry, or Horticulture

Company

Harris County

Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.

Founded in 1836

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.harriscountytx.gov/

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