Trades Inspector (Plumbing)

City of Lubbock • 1314 Avenue K Lubbock, TX

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Inspects plumbing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems associated with new construction and alterations to determine compliance with adopted plumbing, fuel gas, mechanical, and energy codes. Enforces provisions of the Texas Plumbing License Law and other associated statutes, regulations and ordinances governing the plumbing and mechanical trades.

Requirements

• Possession of a current state plumbing inspector license or be qualified to take the examination within ninety(90) days
• Generally, qualification requires possession of journeyman or master plumbing license, or a minimum of 500 hours of experience working in the plumbing trade, and/or various other methods of credit (See Plumbing Board Rules)
• Must achieve certification by a major code group within one year of hire
• Valid current Driver's License
• Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical (HVAC) systems in commercial and residential construction
• Knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes and regulations
• Knowledge of State statutes and rules pertaining to plumbing and heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to perform field inspections
• Ability to utilize a computer for scheduling inspections and entering inspection results
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

• Or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities specified below

Responsibilities

• Check construction plans for conformance to adopted plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes
• Drives motor vehicle to and between construction sites in order to perform field inspections and/or investigate complaints
• Performs field inspections of work in progress to determine compliance with approved plans and adopted codes and ordinances
• Performs field checks of contractor licenses and registrations
• Discusses technical and procedural field problems with contractors and homeowners
• Prepares daily inspection schedules, enters inspection results in computer system and documents issues as necessary
• Investigates complaints regarding installations and takes appropriate enforcement action as per department policy
• Communicates effectively, orally and in writing
• Performs related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed