INSPECTOR (Occupancy Inspection/Plumbing)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention incentive up to $3,000 after

Annual incentives up to $3,900 upon CE

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Plumbing Inspector within the Houston Permitting Center. The role focuses on enforcing codes and inspecting nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures and systems to ensure conformity with plans and specifications.

Duties include serving correction notices, responding to inquiries, and maintaining detailed inspection records. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant inspection experience.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma/GED and up to 18 months of education or training in inspection.
• Two years of journey level or skilled inspection experience required.
• May require a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with city policy on driving.
• Preferred licenses/certifications: SBPE license; ICBO/IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate; ICC and/or IAPMO certifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate enforcement and application of codes, ordinances and technical specs for plumbing inspections.
• Prepare, conduct and review inspections for compliance with plans and specs; identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and serve correction notices and may issue citations; respond to inquiries from the public and contractors.
• Maintain records, photos, and reports; evaluate plumbing plans and drawings.
• Inspect all permitted work for code compliance and investigate unpermitted work.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

18 months of inspection-related education/training

State Plumbing Inspector licensure preferred (SBPE)

ICBO or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate preferred

ICC/IAPMO certifications preferred

Job description

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Permitting Center/Plumbing Inspections

Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX 77002

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/7:00am - 4:00pm

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Coordinates the enforcement and application of various codes, ordinance and technical specifications nonstructural plumbing facilities, structures and systems to assure conformance with plans and specifications. Prepares, conducts and reviews various types of Inspections, such as tunnels, manholes, shaft sites and new construction or construction revisions for compliance with specifications, identifies problems area and recommends solutions. Prepares and serves correction notices and may serve violation citations, meets with general public, contractors, technical professional and businesses to respond to inquiries and technical problems. Performs dally record keeping activities to maintain filling systems, reports and documentation including photographs taken during inspections. Research and evaluates pluming plans, specifications and drawings. Prepares and submits various technical reports. Performs plumbing Inspection on all permitted work for code compliance, Perform investigations of unpermitted work and issues citations. Assists supervisor with special tasks as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as computers or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires High School Diploma/GED and up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection to be performed.

Experience Requirements

Two years of journey level or skilled experience related to the area of inspection to be performed are required.

License Requirements

May require a valid Texas Driver's License and be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Certificate/License: Code Enforcement

The following certificates/licenses are preferred to be obtained within 11 months of employment in the area of inspection to be performed: Licensed by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners; and, ICBO or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certificate.

Preference Will Be Given To Applicants Who

• Who possess Med Gas Endorsement.
• Have obtained an ICBO or IAPMO plumbing Inspector Certificate; OR preferred that these license/certificates be obtained within 11 months of employment.
• Are certified by the International Code Counsel (ICC) and /or International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO).
• Are fluent in Spanish.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 18

Step Increase: Salary adjusted by 3.1% upon start of 3rd year of employment

Salary adjusted by 2.8% upon start of 5th year of employment

INCENTIVES/AWARDS

Retention: Eligible for award of up to $3000.00, upon completion of 24 months employment

Certification: Eligible for annual incentives of up to $3900.00, upon acquisition of eligible certifications.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.