Plumbing Inspector

City of New Haven
Within Local 3144 Range 7: $90,234 annualized
United States, Connecticut, New Haven
165 Church Street (Show on map)
Jan 15, 2025
Introduction We are seeking a skilled and experienced Plumbing Inspector to join our Building Inspection Department and contribute to our commitment to ensuring compliance with plumbing and heating codes and regulations. Our department plays a vital role in maintaining the safety and quality of construction projects in our community. As a Plumbing Inspector, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of our built environment. You will be at the forefront of ensuring that all plumbing and heating systems adhere to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance. By meticulously inspecting buildings, examining plans, and collaborating with stakeholders, you will directly influence the quality of construction projects that shape our community. The Office of Building Inspection and Enforcement is focused on customer service, safety, and providing the best possible advice and inspection services to homeowners, contractors, and developers. We administer the permits for residential and non-residential construction within the community. Permits are administered according to state and local building codes. Our goal is to ensure the safety of the public by requiring building construction projects adhere to these codes. The department is also instrumental in creating an environment in which high quality construction and development can occur in New Haven's neighborhoods. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS This is skilled and supervisory work in enforcing compliance with plumbing and heating codes and related ordinances governing building construction, alteration and repair. Work involves the inspection of buildings and the examination of building plans for compliance with plumbing, heating, and related regulations and requirements. Work includes inspecting plumbing, heating, and related regulations and requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Inspector with considerable latitude for technical discretion and judgment. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises or participates in the inspection of buildings in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with the plumbing and heating code requirements and conformance to plans. Reviews, checks and approves drawings, specifications and other materials submitted in connection with the construction, repair and remodeling of plumbing in buildings. Inspects plumbing and heating to insure conformance with plumbing and heating laws and ordinances. Notifies owners, contractors or construction supervisors of violation either orally or in writing and performs follow-up inspection to insure that corrective action has been taken. Conducts joint inspections, with representatives of various public agencies concerned with welfare and health, motels, restaurants, hospitals and rest homes, etc., to insure conformance to minimum standards. Investigates complaints and reports of suspected code violations. Makes a written record of all inspections together with notes on any action taken. Performs related work as required. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school, supplemented by vocational or technical training in plumbing 5 to 10 years' experience in plumbing code enforcement KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of modern plumbing and heating construction practices, methods, materials and equipment. Extensive knowledge of plumbing and heating codes and related laws and ordinances. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of modern building inspection programs. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications to determine conformity with plumbing regulations and to establish skilled techniques for the field inspection of structures. Ability to detect plumbing and heating and other faults and to appraise quality of construction and physical deterioration. Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality Ability to supervise subordinate inspectors. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors, and the public. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS State of Connecticut certification as a Mechanical Inspector Must possess valid State of Connecticut Driver's License P-2 and S-2 licenses are required prior to appointment if not already held SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT This is a General Fund, "Tested" position. This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. Bargaining agreements available to review HERE. General Funded hires into this class are not covered by Social Security and will not pay Social Security taxes. They instead participate in the City Pension; the employee contribution rate is 10% of pay. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug screening accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment. Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana. Selection Plan Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification. Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date. This title is appointed in accordance with the provisions of 3.A (6) of Article VI of the City Charter. It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date. Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE. Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department. We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position. Conclusion To apply for this opportunity: Complete your User Registration. You are encouraged to save your Applicant Profile for future use. You MUST click on the job posting you are interested in, and click Apply or Apply Online from within that posting. MAKE SURE the job you are applying for is named at the top of the page as you review your application! 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