Trades Inspector (Plumbing)

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Plumbing Inspector to inspect plumbing, HVAC, and related systems in new construction and alterations to ensure compliance with state and local codes. The role enforces the Texas Plumbing License Law and associated regulations.

Responsibilities include plan review, field inspections, license checks, and enforcement actions as needed, with a requirement to achieve major code certifications within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current state plumbing inspector license or eligibility to take the exam within 90 days.
• Journeyman or master plumbing license or 500 hours in plumbing trade, plus credit methods per Plumbing Board Rules.
• Must achieve certification by a major code group within one year of hire.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing, fuel gas, mechanical and energy code compliance for new construction or alterations.
• Drive between construction sites to perform field inspections and investigate complaints.
• Perform field inspections to verify conformance with approved plans and codes.
• Check contractor licenses/registrations; document issues and enforcement actions.
• Communicate findings effectively, in writing and verbally.

Skills

Plumbing/HVAC knowledge

Engineering drawings

Communication

Vehicle operation

Education

State Plumbing Inspector license

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Summary

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.

Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

Possession of a current state plumbing inspector license or be qualified to take the examination within ninety(90) days is required. 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. Or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities specified below:

Valid current Driver's License

State Plumbing Inspector

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of

• Plumbing and mechanical (HVAC) systems in commercial and residential construction;
• Plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes and regulations;
• State statutes and rules pertaining to plumbing and heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning.

Ability to

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings;
• Operate a motor vehicle;
• Perform field inspections;
• Utilize a computer for scheduling inspections and entering inspection results;
• Communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing;
• Achieve certification by a major code group within one year of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds, lift up to 20 pounds;
• Frequently climb ladders, scaffolding, poles, stairs and inclined surfaces;
• Frequently stand and walk during the shift;
• Frequently bend during the shift;
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees;
• Occasionally move entire body along a surface in a crawling motion;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.