Plumbing Inspector II; B252120-4 Building Inspections

Job Posting

Employer:

City of Laredo

Salary: $20.63 Hourly

Location:

Laredo, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: B252120-4

Department:
Planning and Zoning (21)

Division:
Building Inspections

Opening Date: 04/29/2025

Closing Date:
Continuous

Conducts inspections of new and add-on commercial and residential construction to determine conformance to applicable plumbing codes; reviews plans of construction, alteration, or repair to determine whether plans, workmanship, materials, and related subsystems conform with existing plumbing code requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• 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.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

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

Skills and Abilities:

• 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 polices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of…