Plumbing Inspector

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Plumbing Inspector

Salary

$29.76 Hourly

Location

78207, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2024-01249

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

04/25/2024

Closing Date

6/30/2024 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing plumbing inspection work and enforcing compliance for new construction, remodeling, alterations, repairs, moving, or demolition of structures to ensure compliance with the City adopted building codes, zoning ordinances, and other related City ordinances. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
1901 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78204
 
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday

Essential Job Functions

  • Conducts inspections to ensure proposed construction conforms to the International Plumbing Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Energy Conservation Code, NFPA 99C, TECQ requirements as applicable and the Unified Development Code.
  • Discuss repairs, alterations, and new construction with owners and contractors; explains and interprets building codes and regulations.
  • Issues verbal or written orders for correction of defects in materials, workmanship, and other violations of codes and ordinances.
  • Documents inspection results and investigations in laptop or desktop computer using land development software.
  • Responds to questions by phone pertaining to building related codes, zoning, and the Unified Development Code.
  • Inspectional work requires communication by a variety of methods and may include sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, crawling, kneeling, climbing ladders of any height and may lift/carry up to 50 pounds at work sites.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
  • Four (4) years of experience as a Journey Level Plumber or Plumbing Inspector
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License
  • Valid Journeyman Plumber license issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
  • Must obtain Plumbing Inspector license issued by Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners within six (6) months of employment.
  • Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plumbing Inspector within eighteen (18) months of employment
Applicant Information
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.  
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.  One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of International Plumbing Code and International Fuel Gas Code for Plumbing Inspector
  • Knowledge of the International Energy Conservation Code for all inspectors
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of building construction
  • Knowledge of basic architectural and engineering principles and practices
  • Knowledge of architectural and engineering mathematics
  • Skill in utilizing Architectural and Engineering scales and tools
  • Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
  • Ability to learn the Unified Development Code of the City of San Antonio
  • Ability to learn City Ordinances relating to zoning and building construction
  • Ability to properly interpret and apply all applicable related codes
  • Ability to read blueprints and specifications
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public
  • Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations
  • Working conditions are primarily in a field environment

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.  To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note: 
  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
  • Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
  • Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
  • No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
  • Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
  • Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
  • Yes - Both Programs
  • No
04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
  • Some High School
  • High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
  • 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
  • None of the above
05
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
06
How many years of experience do you have as a journeyman level plumber or plumbing Inspector?
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years
  • 6 years
  • 7 years
  • 8 years
  • 9 years
  • 10 years
  • 11 years
  • 12 years
  • 13 years
  • 14 years
  • 15 years +
07
Do you have a license as a Journeyman Plumber issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Select any of the following plumbing related items in which you have at least four (4) years of experience working with:
  • Conducting inspections
  • International Plumbing Code
  • International Fuel Gas Code
  • International Energy Conservation Code
  • NFPA 99
  • NFPA 13D
  • TECQ requirements
  • Unified Development Code
  • Zoning Codes
  • Documenting inspection results
  • Customer Service
  • None of the above
09
Describe a plumbing inspection project you have worked on. What was your role? What were the results of the project? If you do not experience in, answer with "N/A".
10
I understand I must obtain the International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plumbing Inspector within eighteen (18) months of employment.
  • Agree
  • Disagree
11
I understand I must obtain the Plumbing Inspector license issued by Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners within six (6) months of employment.
  • Agree
  • Disagree

Required Question

Agency
City of San Antonio
Address
Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Phone
210-207-8705