INSPECTOR (Plumbing Inspections)

City of Houston • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector coordinates enforcement and application of codes, ordinances, and technical specifications for nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures, and systems to ensure conformance with plans and specifications. The role conducts and reviews inspections—including tunnels, manholes, shaft sites, new construction, and construction revisions—and identifies problems and recommends solutions. The Inspector performs inspections of permitted plumbing work for code compliance, investigates unpermitted work, and issues citations as appropriate. The position also reviews plumbing plans, specifications, and drawings; prepares correction notices, technical reports, and inspection documentation; and responds to inquiries from the public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses. The Inspector maintains daily records, reports, filing systems, and inspection photographs, assists the supervisor with special tasks, and performs other duties as assigned.

This is a Tier II Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position. The role is based at the Houston Permitting Center, 1002 Washington Avenue, Houston, Texas. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., subject to change.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection to be performed.
• Two years of journey-level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed.
• May require a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy.
• The position routinely requires lifting items weighing up to 40 pounds and prolonged walking on rough surfaces.

Nice To Haves

• Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners license, preferably with a Med Gas Endorsement.
• ICBO or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate; the posting also states these certificates are preferred to be obtained within 11 months of employment.
• Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) and/or the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO).
• Fluency in Spanish.
• Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference, subject to the stated qualifications and selection conditions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate enforcement and application of codes, ordinances, and technical specifications for nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures, and systems.
• Conduct and review inspections of tunnels, manholes, shaft sites, new construction, and construction revisions for compliance with specifications.
• Identify problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and serve correction notices and, when applicable, violation citations.
• Meet with members of the public, contractors, technical professionals, and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems.
• Maintain daily records, filing systems, reports, documentation, and photographs taken during inspections.
• Research and evaluate plumbing plans, specifications, and drawings.
• Prepare and submit technical reports.
• Inspect permitted plumbing work for code compliance.
• Investigate unpermitted work and issue citations.
• Assist the supervisor with special tasks and perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Eligible for a retention award of up to $3,000 upon completion of 24 months of employment.
• Eligible for annual certification incentives of up to $3,900 upon acquisition of eligible certifications.
• Salary adjusted by 3.1% upon the start of the third year of employment.
• Salary adjusted by 2.8% upon the start of the fifth year of employment.

What This Job Offers

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