Plumbing Inspector - Lubbock

Bureau Veritas•Floydada, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plumbing Inspector conducts trade-specific inspections of plumbing systems on data-center projects throughout the Amarillo region and surrounding Texas counties. The position ensures that new construction, upgrades, and existing facilities comply with the International Plumbing Code (IPC) or Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners regulations, and client-specific standards. The role includes plan review, field inspections, documentation, problem resolution, and support for business-development activities. Travel to multiple sites is required, potentially across Texas and up to 75% of work time. The position is primarily field-based within data-center facilities, with limited office time. Work may involve varied weather, temperature extremes, dust, and occasional mechanical-equipment noise. Physical activities include handling tools and equipment, climbing ladders or scaffolding, stooping, kneeling, crouching, occasional crawling, walking and balancing on uneven or raised surfaces, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Overnight stays may be required for distant sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of journey-level experience in municipal or county plumbing inspection, commercial or industrial plumbing construction, plumbing contracting, or QA/QC roles.
Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings, specifications, and code-compliant details.
Current Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Plumbing Inspector license or Master/Journeyman plumber license.
ICC or equivalent Plumbing certification.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
Skills with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Photoshop.
Ability to use inspection-management systems, digital forms, and basic CAD or plan-review tools such as AutoCAD or Bluebeam.
Ability to use digital cameras and photo-editing software for documentation.
Clear technical writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.
Independent judgment and problem-solving ability for complex plumbing-system issues.
Time-management skills to prioritize site visits, plan reviews, and reporting deadlines.
Attention to detail, analytical thinking, customer-focused service, integrity, adaptability, and team collaboration.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands and work in field conditions, including walking, standing, balancing, climbing, kneeling, crouching, occasional crawling, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel to inspection sites across Texas, with travel potentially taking up to 75% of work time; overnight stays may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Plumbing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Experience with commercial or industrial plumbing construction, especially data-center or high-availability facilities.
Additional multi-discipline certifications, such as fire-suppression or medical-gas certification.
OSHA 30-hour construction safety certification.

Responsibilities

Review construction drawings, specifications, and single-line diagrams for plumbing systems to verify compliance with applicable codes and client standards.
Conduct on-site inspections of water-distribution piping, pressure-reducing valves, back-flow preventers, drainage and wastewater systems, fire-suppression and sprinkler systems, condensate and cooling-tower plumbing, and mechanical-room plumbing.
Verify contractors follow approved plans, quality-control checklists, and industry best practices; identify deviations and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare written and electronic inspection reports, issue Notices of Correction, and maintain inspection logs and photographic records in the compliance database.
Explain code requirements, corrective actions, and quality-control expectations to owners, contractors, and the public.
Assess complex plumbing challenges, evaluate alternatives, and provide technically sound solutions using sound judgment.
Maintain courteous, effective relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams; respond to inquiries and service requests.
Assist the inspection management team with outreach, permit-processing assistance, and proposal preparation for new data-center projects.
Perform routine office duties, including data entry, filing inspection records, and updating compliance software.
Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.