Seasonal Construction Inspector I

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Job Summary

Direct, monitor, and inspect contractor construction activities and complete related documentation to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements and construction agreements.

Essential Functions

• Attend construction meetings with government representatives (city, county, state) to obtain and provide construction project updates, and relay the information to the crews and management.
• Provide accurate and complete field construction documentation including a detailed list of materials used on the job and ensure timely processing of related records to maintain the integrity and accuracy of company record systems.
• Review and prepares daily progress reports for compliance with applicable contracts and agreements.
• Respond to customer inquiries for construction or conversion information, provides customers with project status updates and post installation troubleshooting to ensure complete customer satisfaction with the service delivery process.
• Update distribution system maps and performs various construction related and non-construction related activities as assigned to support the service delivery process during the non-construction season.

Education Description

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

• Education or training specific to natural gas distribution system installation is preferred.
• At least one year of construction or utility operations/natural gas distribution system experience (one full construction season equivalent to one year) is preferred.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you
* Competitive pay
* Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
* Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
* Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
* Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
* Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
* Paid training
* Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
* Life, AD&D, Disability
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Transit subsidies
* Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

Job Type: Seasonal
Posting Start Date:07/30/2025
Posting End Date: 08/31/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Compensation: $40,084.00 to $60,126.00 Annually
CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum starting compensation range at the time of posting for the opportunity. This annual compensation range is specific to Minnesota and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

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