Building Inspector - Plumbing

This position inspects buildings to ensure compliance with applicable national, state and county building, safety and energy codes. Reports to the Chief Plumbing Inspector.

• Reads building plans and specifications to compare with actual construction.
• Performs thorough plumbing inspections to ensure compliance with Florida Building Codes, safety and energy codes, Broward County Rules and other requirements.
• Prepares inspection reports, including correction recommendations.
• Receives and responds to inquiries from homeowners/property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc., regarding codes and compliance procedures.
• Performs general administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying, and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other City department personnel, property/homeowners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, trade workers, County personnel, general public, etc.
• Provides excellent customer service by clearly and politely explaining code requirements to applicants and the general public.
• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment, including a computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, telephone, small hand tools, etc.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned and/or required.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid state drivers license

Special Requirements:

Per Broward County Administrative Code 104.13.3 for a person to be eligible for appointment as Plumbing Inspector, such person shall be certified by BORA and meet at least one (1) of the following :

• Engineer in the discipline requested.
• Five (5) years of construction experience in the plumbing discipline in a supervisory capacity and possess a Certificate of Competency as a Master Plumber or Plumbing Contractor.
• Five (5) years of construction experience in the plumbing discipline and five (5) years of experience as a Plumbing Inspector certified by BCAIB and possess a Certificate of Competency as a Master Plumber or Plumbing Contractor.
• Seven (7) years of construction experience in the plumbing discipline and possess a Certificate of competency as a Journeyman Plumber.
• Ten (10) years of experience as a Plumbing Inspector certified by BCAIB.

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of building construction.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of the installation and maintenance of equipment, appliances, and devices related to the applicable discipline.
• Knowledge of building codes, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans, diagrams, and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturers specifications.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with colleagues and the public.