What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Inspector position at City of Farmington Hills?
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Performs on-site inspections on plumbing systems and installations, working closely with contractors and building owners to determine compliance of newly constructed, remodeled and existing structures to state and local codes. Examines construction plans and blueprints to determine compliance to applicable codes. Initiates compliance actions when violations are found. In addition, maintains records and prepares a variety of reports along with assisting residents with questions regarding plumbing systems.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential FunctionsReviews blueprints and plans, noting materials and methods to be used, issuing permits and approving construction when requirements are complied with.Conducts on-site inspections of construction assuring appropriate permits have been issued, evaluating constructions materials and methods, testing connections and installation of pipes and fixtures. In addition, checks the supply of fresh water to a building, insures proper removal of liquid waste along with proper installation of oil, grease and sand interceptors.Issues violation notices when necessary.Assists applicants in filing for permits and provides information and technical advice to contractors and homeowners on the installation and servicing of plumbing systems in regards to codes.Maintains records of permits, inspections, complaints and their investigations, periodic and general reports and prepares correspondences for the Division.Inspects a variety of related systems such as water heaters and sprinklers for compliance to codes.Inspects a variety of complaints that come under the jurisdiction of the Building Division.Prepares and issues summonses along with appearing in court to present testimony regarding code violations and complaint cases.Performs a variety of office tasks. Enters data, prepares correspondence, answers phones, files, schedules inspections, and other office duties.Maintains project status in permit processing and tracking system.Enforces and/or administers City adopted ordinances for health, safety and welfare.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Education & ExperienceHigh School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years experience as a licensed master plumber within the State of Michigan; registered as a Plan Reviewer and Plumbing Inspector under Act No. 407 of the Public Acts of 2016 of the State of Michigan. Associate’s Degree preferred. Special Skills & TrainingBasic computer skills in word processing and basic experience with BS&A permit tracking software preferred. Valid Operator's License required.Start DateASAPWork ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Physical Demands & RequirementsWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, talk, use hands or fingers; to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and enter crawl spaces. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must have the ability to tolerate heights.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in the office, in a vehicle, at construction sites, and outside in all weather conditions including temperature extremes. Exposure to muddy, icy, and uneven terrain, animals, odors, and noise.
Performs on-site inspections on plumbing systems and installations, working closely with contractors and building owners to determine compliance of newly constructed, remodeled and existing structures to state and local codes. Examines construction plans and blueprints to determine compliance to applicable codes. Initiates compliance actions when violations are found. In addition, maintains records and prepares a variety of reports along with assisting residents with questions regarding plumbing systems.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential FunctionsReviews blueprints and plans, noting materials and methods to be used, issuing permits and approving construction when requirements are complied with.Conducts on-site inspections of construction assuring appropriate permits have been issued, evaluating constructions materials and methods, testing connections and installation of pipes and fixtures. In addition, checks the supply of fresh water to a building, insures proper removal of liquid waste along with proper installation of oil, grease and sand interceptors.Issues violation notices when necessary.Assists applicants in filing for permits and provides information and technical advice to contractors and homeowners on the installation and servicing of plumbing systems in regards to codes.Maintains records of permits, inspections, complaints and their investigations, periodic and general reports and prepares correspondences for the Division.Inspects a variety of related systems such as water heaters and sprinklers for compliance to codes.Inspects a variety of complaints that come under the jurisdiction of the Building Division.Prepares and issues summonses along with appearing in court to present testimony regarding code violations and complaint cases.Performs a variety of office tasks. Enters data, prepares correspondence, answers phones, files, schedules inspections, and other office duties.Maintains project status in permit processing and tracking system.Enforces and/or administers City adopted ordinances for health, safety and welfare.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Education & ExperienceHigh School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years experience as a licensed master plumber within the State of Michigan; registered as a Plan Reviewer and Plumbing Inspector under Act No. 407 of the Public Acts of 2016 of the State of Michigan. Associate’s Degree preferred. Special Skills & TrainingBasic computer skills in word processing and basic experience with BS&A permit tracking software preferred. Valid Operator's License required.Start DateASAPWork ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Physical Demands & RequirementsWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, talk, use hands or fingers; to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and enter crawl spaces. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must have the ability to tolerate heights.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in the office, in a vehicle, at construction sites, and outside in all weather conditions including temperature extremes. Exposure to muddy, icy, and uneven terrain, animals, odors, and noise.
