CITY OF
INSPECTOR I - PLUMBING
DEFINITION
This is an exempt position, which is technical inspection work in securing compliance with Florida Plumbing Codes, laws and regulations governing existing and new plumbing installations.
An employee in
this classification is responsible for the maintenance of standards of plumbing
work so as to assure the standards of quality, material, workmanship and safety
as established by the Florida Plumbing Code and the city ordinances. This work requires discretion and good
judgment in interpreting the plumbing codes, standards and regulations. Work is performed independently, but employee
may receive work orders from the Chief Plumbing Inspector and/or Chief Building
Official.
Inspects
plumbing installations at various stages of completion for compliance with
regulations and health requirements.
Examines plans and specifications of proposed plumbing installations and alterations for compliance with plumbing codes, laws and regulations.
Prepares reports, performs inspections and investigations as required.
Receives and investigates complaints in regards to defective plumbing and initiates corrective measures.
Assists and advises plumbers, contractors and others regarding plumbing regulations.
Checks to insure that plumbing plans meet with City requirements.
Performs related work as required and as directed.
Thorough
knowledge of modern practices and methods employed in plumbing inspection.
Considerable knowledge of City and State laws and regulations governing building standards.
Ability to coordinate and plan inspectional activities of the City.
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.
Ability to enforce conformity with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
Ability to perform field inspection work.
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Ability to consult with contractors, building owners, the general public, departmental officials, and associates and to effect and maintain satisfactory working relationships on inspectional and regulatory matters.
Graduation from a standard high school or an equivalent recognized certificate. Considerable responsible experience in the inspection of plans, specifications, construction, installation and alterations of various building trades projects or any equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.
To be eligible for appointment as a Plumbing Inspector, such
person shall be certified by the State of
(a) A Florida Registered Architect or Registered Professional Engineer in the discipline requested and having practiced within the jurisdiction of this Code for at least two (2) years; or
(b) Five (5) years construction experience in the Plumbing discipline in a supervisory capacity of which at least two (2) years shall have been within the jurisdiction of the Florida Building Code.
(c) An applicant for Certification as Plumbing Inspector under the provisions of this section who is a graduate from an accredited school holding a Bachelor or Associate of Science Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Building Construction may be credited for three (3) years for Bachelor Degree or one (1) year for an Associate Degree of the required five year experience.
(d) Each of the applicants shall possess a current Certificate of Competency as a Master Plumber/Plumber Contractor issued by:
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Broward
Ψ Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, Block proctored, issued on or after January 1, 1968.
Ψ Any other proctored examination graded by an independent testing agency approved by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals.
This is a designated Recovery classification
in the Citys Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying
this position to work for declared emergencies.
Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the
appropriate level is mandatory.
Revised 10/07
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-Free Workplace