Plumbing Inspector II; B252120-4 Building Inspections

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interprets building regulations and evaluates construction drawings and blueprints for compliance with adopted codes.
• Determines fixtures, taps, and meter sizing for commercial installation requirements.
• Issues plumbing permits for sprinkler systems, water meters, gas and water line replacements, and for septic tank installations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Conducts on‑site inspections of building construction to ensure compliance with the City’s ordinances and plumbing codes.
• Inspects gasoline tanks in new gas stations and checks for gas line leaks.
• Checks and reviews plans, specifications, and materials for conformance to existing plumbing codes.
• Points out deficiencies to contractors and explains requirements for conformance; builds and maintains effective working relationships with contractors.
• Visits construction sites to make inspections for conformance to existing codes; posts inspections and results on permit registration; investigates complaints concerning violations of the code.
• Explains and interprets plumbing codes and regulations; submits proposed changes in the code.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Existing ordinances, laws, and regulations governing plumbing installations and repairs used in inspecting commercial and residential construction sites to determine conformance.
• Materials, methods, and techniques of plumbing installation.
• Arithmetic to compute permit fees and basic measurements taken in the field.

• Ability to read plans and specifications to determine conformance to mechanical code.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners, the public, and co‑workers.
• Ability to assist other employees in understanding the implications of codes and ordinances.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from a supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English and Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly when moving objects.

• Sometimes:
  • Confined space
• Frequently:
  • Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Often:
  • Office or similar indoor environment
  • Outdoor environment
  • Construction site
  • Vehicles
  • Warehouse environment

• Never:
  • Individuals with known violent backgrounds
  • Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
  • Communicable diseases
  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Fumes or airborne particles
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
  • Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Sometimes:
  • Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Frequently:
  • Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

• Never:
  • National travel
  • International travel
• Seldom:
  • Regional travel
• Often:
  • Local travel

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least seven (7) years of experience in plumbing or building construction trade.