Chief Plumbing Inspector

City Of Cooper City • Cooper City, FL

3d • $39 - $61 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Plumbing Inspector supervises the Plumbing inspectors in the enforcement and interpretation of building codes and regulations related to the plumbing discipline and directly supervises Plumbing Inspectors and Plans Examiners. Work involves technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work. Inspections are conducted independently but in accordance with the Building Division regulations and established technical standards. This position analyzes current and proposed plans and specifications to ensure compliance and reports directly to the Building Official.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the construction industry, including experience within a supervisory/managerial capacity.
• State of Florida Contractors License.
• Standard Plumbing Inspector Certification.
• Standard Plumbing Plans Examiner License.
• Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals Inspector and Plans Reviewer.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license by the date of hire.
• Knowledge of building construction methods and materials.
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and Broward County Administrative Code.
• Knowledge of the general practices and materials of the building trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with contractors, employees, and the general public.
• Ability to compile inspection data and make reports relating to code enforcement activities

Nice To Haves

• Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains Plumbing Inspectors and Plans Examiners involved in inspection and plans review for compliance with the Florida Building Code.
• Consults with architects, engineers, general and specialty contractors, and homeowners on building permit applications.
• Educates the public and industry professionals regarding the requirements of the building code.
• Provides technical interpretation of the code requirements as related to the State and County.
• Attends special magistrate hearings as an expert witness as required.
• Coordinates work schedules with other trade inspections and with other City departments.
• Investigates complaints regarding alleged code violations and issues notices for remedial action.
• Retains certification through mandatory continuing education programs.
• Provides highly technical plans review and interpretation of the various codes for which the division is responsible for enforcing; consults architects, engineers, general contractors, specialty contractors, and homeowners on building permit applications.
• Schedules and performs plumbing field inspections and plumbing plan reviews to ensure code compliance.
• Attends various meetings, training sessions and continuing education courses as required to maintain all applicable certifications and State of Florida CEU requirements within the department; retains certification through mandatory continuing education programs.
• Participates in emergency Hurricane and Natural Disaster Response efforts and requirements as directed.
• Performs Business Tax field inspections for new business.
• Data entry of inspection results.
• Performs other duties as directed

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED