Plumbing Inspector

JOB

Inspects plumbing activities to enforce safety regulations and assure compliance with all applicable City and State codes and regulations; performs related work as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES * Inspects plumbing, cross-connection and sewer installations for approved materials and accepted practices and procedures. * Inspects plumbing and sewer installations, alterations and repairs during construction for compliance with applicable City and State codes. * Observes tests of completed installations for compliance to plumbing codes and standards. Inspects existing installations and equipment as directed. * Records defective material and workmanship, issues orders for correction of defects or issues code violation notices as necessary, and makes re-inspections to ensure compliance with code requirements. * Reviews state and city contractor’s license for compliance with state law and city ordinances. * Advises plumbing contractors, builders, and the general public as to the interpretation of the plumbing code and acceptable installation methods. * Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports; conducts correspondence; and issues written violation notices and court appearance tickets. * Reviews, assists, and issues permits for plumbing installations and activities as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operated objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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