Plumbing and Gas Inspector

JOB JOB OBJECTIVE: To inspect plumbing and gas systems of new commercial and residential buildings, remodeling projects and building additions for compliance with all applicable City and State Plumbing Codes.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES* Inspects construction of commercial and residential buildings in all stages of construction to ensure that plumbing fixtures, materials and installations are in compliance with all applicable City and State Plumbing Codes. * Inspects plumbing and gas systems for remodeling projects and additions to buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable plumbing codes. * Inspects pipes and connections to ensure that the type and size of the material used are in compliance with all applicable codes and that connections were properly completed. * Inspects residences for code compliance and unsafe plumbing conditions as requested; notifies owners of violations found; notifies utility companies to remove service for dangerous violations. * Inspects commercial buildings for plumbing facilities designed for use by handicapped individuals as required by City ordinance. * Answers questions and provides information to citizens regarding Departmental operations and procedures. * Receives calls requesting inspections; reviews permits to ensure that proper permit and inspection fees have been paid. * Prepares a daily route and list of inspections to be completed. * Issues a stop order for installations not in compliance with applicable codes; attaches a stop work card to the building permit listing defects which must be corrected and notifies the plumber or contractor verbally, if possible. * Reinspects initially denied projects for compliance with code after a reinspection fee is paid. * Collects evidence of code violations and reviews cases with the supervisor before issuance of warrants or citations; issues approved warrants or citations to persons responsible for code violations. * Reviews licenses of persons performi...