Plumbing Codes Field Inspector – Inspections & Compliance

City of Maypearl; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a Plumbing Inspector to verify conformance with adopted plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes. The role requires in-field inspections across construction sites and effective communication with contractors and homeowners.

Candidate must hold or be eligible for a state plumbing inspector license, possess a Driver's License, and attain major code group certification within one year of hire. The job includes traveling between sites and documenting inspection results.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current state plumbing inspector license or be qualified to take the examination within 90 days.
• Must achieve certification by a major code group within one year of hire.
• Valid current Driver's License

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Field inspections

Operate a vehicle

Computer scheduling

Written communication

Code certification within 1 year

Job description

Gfoat is seeking a Plumbing Inspector to verify conformance with adopted plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes. The role requires in-field inspections across construction sites and effective communication with contractors and homeowners.

Candidate must hold or be eligible for a state plumbing inspector license, possess a Driver's License, and attain major code group certification within one year of hire. The job includes traveling between sites and documenting inspection results.