6242 Plumbing Inspector - Department of Building Inspection, Temporary Provisional (TPV)
About The Position
The Department of Building Inspection seeks a Plumbing Inspector for its Plumbing Inspection Division. Under general supervision, the inspector examines plumbing, mechanical, gas appliance, low-pressure boiler, and fire sprinkler installation, maintenance, and repair work to verify compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, approved plans, and specifications. The inspector explains code requirements and procedures, communicates with the public and other departments, reports inspection activities, travels to inspection sites, and performs related duties. This is the entry-level role in the Plumbing Inspector series. It differs from the Senior Plumbing Inspector role, which includes supervisory duties and more difficult or complex inspections. The position is a Temporary Provisional appointment, limited to no more than three years, at the discretion of the Department Head. It is excluded from the competitive Civil Service examination process for the temporary appointment; a later permanent appointment requires successful participation in the Permanent Civil Service examination and selection through an open competitive process. The position is based at 49 South Van Ness in San Francisco.
Requirements
- Complete a plumbing apprenticeship certified by the State of California and have three years of journey-level trade experience; OR hold a State of California C-36 plumbing contractor license and have eight years of trade experience.
- Possess a valid California driver's license.
- Obtain the IAPMO UPC Residential and Commercial Plumbing Inspector Certification within one year of appointment and maintain it as a condition of continued employment.
- Know plumbing and mechanical system design and installation practices, materials and uses, applicable ordinances and code requirements, and modern construction methods and techniques, particularly for plumbing and mechanical work.
- Be able to read and interpret plumbing and mechanical system plans and specifications.
- Be able to deal effectively and courteously with property owners, contractors, and the public; apply plumbing code and construction knowledge to inspections; and use a computer, software programs, and a cell phone for work-related purposes.
- Be willing to work in hazardous conditions, including small enclosed areas, dangerous heights, and general construction conditions.
Responsibilities
- Inspect plumbing, mechanical, gas appliance, low-pressure boiler, and fire sprinkler work for compliance with codes, laws, ordinances, plans, and specifications; approve plans and specifications.
- Explain applicable codes, laws, methods, and procedures for plumbing and mechanical installations.
- Communicate with construction professionals, property owners, the public, and other departments regarding inspections and code enforcement.
- Provide written and oral inspection reports and perform plan checks.
- Drive to inspection sites, meetings, hearings, emergency activities, and related events.
- Determine the nature and severity of violations, make referrals, and coordinate building, plumbing, and electrical inspections as appropriate.
- Advise building owners, design professionals, contractors, and others on correcting plumbing and mechanical code deficiencies.
- Testify as an expert witness in court litigation involving plumbing and mechanical code violations.
- Authorize abatement or emergency correction orders; inspect, prepare reports, and testify in abatement proceedings.
- Issue reports and conduct follow-up inspections to secure correction of violations or support abatement proceedings.
- Conduct statistical surveys and provide code-enforcement data as required.
- Assist in training new inspectors in departmental procedures and field and office inspection and reporting practices.
- Issue misdemeanor citations for plumbing and mechanical violations and potentially participate in arrest procedures.
- Investigate complaints involving plumbing, water, and gas code violations.
- Periodically inspect buildings and institutions for conditions that may contaminate water supplies.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
