Plumbing Inspector - MABCD

Sedgwick County•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensures and maintains compliance with applicable regulatory guidance governing plumbing and gas piping systems and equipment. Performs inspections in the course of construction, alteration or repair and must assess all plumbing applications in the field for code compliance and be able to communicate discrepancies to the customer and explain code requirements. Employee works alone in the field and demonstrates superb customer service.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Five years of experience in the Plumbing Construction Industry as journeyman or master.
Valid State of Kansas Driver’s License.
Journeyman Plumbing Certificate.
Obtain ICC Plumbing Inspector Certificate (Residential and Commercial) within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree from accredited College or five years of training from an accredited Plumbing Trade School.
Inspection experience is highly desirable.
Six or more years of experience in the Plumbing construction Industry as journeyman or master.
Master Plumbing Certificate.
ICC Plumbing Inspector Certificate (Residential and Commercial).

Responsibilities

Perform inspections in the course of construction, alteration, and repair for compliance with all applicable/adopted codes and safety standards and manage and maintain records utilizing electronic devices in the field.
Ensures compliance with plan design as previously submitted and approved.
Communicate code information and/or references to validate inspection results.
Follows up on corrections to ensure that corrections have been satisfied.
Document into MABCD’s code enforcement software
Monitors permits and ensures that applicable inspections are scheduled and performed.
Investigates complaints, reported safety issues and potential code violations.
Assists management and legal staff in addressing violations, gather relevant documentation and possibly testify in court or in administrative hearings.
Maintain required certifications through continuing education.
Stay abreast of code changes and code adoptions.