Plumbing and Gasfitting Inspector

City of Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Plumbing and Gasfitting Inspector for the Building and Zoning Division within the Inspectional Services Department. Under the direction of the Chief Plumbing & Gas Inspector, the position will be responsible for inspecting new and old plumbing installations.

The Plumbing and Gasfitting Inspector will enforce conformity with municipal ordinances, state laws and accepted practices relating to the installation, maintenance,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principals and theory of plumbing.
• Knowledge of the terminology, codes, symbols and standard abbreviations used in plumbing work.
• Knowledge of the applicable local and state codes and regulations related to plumbing work.
• Knowledge of the safety practices and precautions which should be followed when engaged in plumbing work.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the inspection and testing of plumbing systems.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, schematics, drawings, etc. used in plumbing work.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Ability to inspect new and existing plumbing systems and to detect faults or defects with material and/or workmanship.
• Ability to deal appropriately on behalf of the city with department employees, the public Capable of quickly making good, accurate and sounds decisions.
• Experience with electronic management software and ability to utilize a digital work order management process.
• Ability to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially.
• Ability to supervise the work of journeymen and master plumbers.
• Regular onsite attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new and existing plumbing installations.
• Enforce conformity with municipal ordinances, state laws and accepted practices.
• Exercise independent judgment and make decisions requiring considerable technical discretion.
• Supervise journeymen and master plumbers.
• Maintain accurate records and utilize a digital work order management process.
• Attend onsite regularly.

Skills

Plumbing theory

Code knowledge

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

Communication skills

Decision making

Public interaction

Supervisory ability

Digital work order management

Education

Massachusetts plumber license (journeyman or master)

Tools

Digital work order management software

Job description

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Plumbing and Gasfitting Inspector for the Building and Zoning Division within the Inspectional Services Department. Under the direction of the Chief Plumbing & Gas Inspector, the position will be responsible for inspecting new and old plumbing installations. The Plumbing and Gasfitting Inspector will enforce conformity with municipal ordinances, state laws and accepted practices relating to the installation, maintenance, alteration, repair and removal of such installations. The individual will exercise independent judgment and make decisions requiring considerable technical discretion. Bilingual

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principals and theory of plumbing
• Knowledge of the terminology, codes, symbols and standard abbreviations used in plumbing work
• Knowledge of the applicable local and state codes and regulations related to plumbing work
• Knowledge of the safety practices and precautions which should be followed when engaged in plumbing work
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the inspection and testing of plumbing systems
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, schematics, drawings, etc. used in plumbing work
• Ability to maintain accurate records and express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Ability to inspect new and existing plumbing systems and to detect faults or defects with material and/or workmanship
• Ability to deal appropriately on behalf of the city with department employees, the public Capable of quickly making good, accurate and sounds decisions.
• Experience with electronic management software and ability to utilize a digital work order management process
• Ability to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially
• Ability to supervise the work of journeymen and master plumbers
• Regular onsite attendance is required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a current and valid journeyman or master plumber's license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Examiners of Plumbers and Gasfitters
• Practical experience as a master or journeyman plumber, continuously, during five years preceding their appointment
• Excellent communications skills
• Valid Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree or a Master's Craftsman knowledge level in a professional field or trade
• Five (5) years prior work experience as a Plumber or in a related field