Job ID: AW280143914
Location: Port Arthur, TX
Category: Office & Professional
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 09/14/2026
Environmental Inspector II /$25.58 per hr | Monday – Friday, | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm / 90- Day Contract/ 77641
What Matters Most:
- Competitive Pay of $25.58 per hour
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Contract opportunity supporting Houston Parks and Recreation
- Location: 77641 Port Arthur, TX area
- Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program
Job Summary:
City of Port Arthur is looking for an Environmental Inspector II. To investigate potential violations of municipal and State laws, ordinances, codes and regulations pertaining to junk vehicles, trash, litter and high grass, weeds and brush.
City of Port Arthur is looking for an Environmental Inspector II. To investigate potential violations of municipal and State laws, ordinances, codes and regulations pertaining to junk vehicles, trash, litter and high grass, weeds and brush.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate complaints of violation of local and State laws, ordinances, or codes relating to public nuisances or health and safety pertaining to junk vehicles, trash, litter and high grass, weeds and bushes.
- Issue notices to abate violations and citations for violations; conduct follow-up inspections and prepare cases for prosecution in court in order to secure compliance with codes and ordinances
- Patrol assigned area and make field inspections in order to ascertain violations of local and State laws, ordinances, or codes relating to public nuisance or health and safety to junk vehicles, trash, litter and high grass, weeds and brush.
- Educate citizens regarding local and State laws, ordinances, or codes relating to public nuisance or health and safety pertaining to junk vehicles, trash, litter and high grass, weeds and brush.
- Identify abandoned and inoperable motor vehicles and coordinate with Police Department to secure abatement.
- Provide informed testimony in court as required.
- Coordinate inspection and enforcement activities with other divisions, departments and agencies when necessary to achieve City's environmental goals and objectives
- Prepare a variety of written reports, memos, and correspondence related to enforcement of pertinent ordinances.
- Research property ownership by using computer systems, City records, plat maps, deeds and other municipal and county records.
- Inform property owner of code violations by personal contact and correspondence; and provide information relating to abatement.
- Prepare cost estimates for the mowing of grass and weeds; assigning contractors to mow; and preparation of documents for the billing of property owners and payment of contractors.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- One-year experience in public contact work, real estate or property management is desirable.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain; an appropriate Texas driver's license.
- Must own a dependable vehicle and be willing to use it daily for inspection related travel within the City.
Your New Organization:
Gulf Coast city in Jefferson County and part of the Beaumont–Port Arthur metropolitan area. It has an estimated population of approximately 55,800 residents and is located about 90 miles east of Houston.
Gulf Coast city in Jefferson County and part of the Beaumont–Port Arthur metropolitan area. It has an estimated population of approximately 55,800 residents and is located about 90 miles east of Houston.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network Company, specializes in connecting professionals with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. Pay Transparency Statement:
In the spirit of pay transparency, we want to share that the base pay for this position is $25.58 per hour, not including benefits, potential bonuses, or additional compensation. If you are hired, your pay will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We also believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.
The Reserves Network Company, specializes in connecting professionals with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. Pay Transparency Statement:
In the spirit of pay transparency, we want to share that the base pay for this position is $25.58 per hour, not including benefits, potential bonuses, or additional compensation. If you are hired, your pay will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We also believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.
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