Abilene Zoological Gardens · 11 hours ago
Inspector - Mechanical - Plumbing I/II/III
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAbilene Zoological Gardens is seeking an Inspector for Mechanical and Plumbing installations. The role involves inspecting various mechanical and plumbing installations to ensure compliance with city codes and safety standards, as well as reviewing plans and issuing permits.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial mechanical and plumbing installations in structures undergoing construction, repair, or remodeling for compliance with City mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas codes, and safety standards
Check plans and specifications for compliance with current adopted City codes for residential
Enforce adopted City mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas codes; identify areas of non-compliance; discuss problems with contractors/developers; identify ways of correcting deficiencies
Issue Stop Work Orders
Inspect work sites to ensure that contractors and workers have appropriate licenses, and that proper material and practices are utilized
Prepare detailed inspection reports: review permit applications and enter, maintain, process, and print permit data
Receive telephone calls from contractors and homeowners
Review and issue plumbing and mechanical permits per approved applications
Enter daily inspection into building inspections software program
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various job sites throughout the City limits
Serve as advisor to Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas Sub-Committee
Assist in evaluating buildings considered for rehabilitation or demolition; evaluate mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas installations at property owner’s request for code and life safety compliance
Assist the Assistant Building Official in determining approval of alternate methods and materials
Inspect backflow devices and review test reports on backflow assemblies
Hold classes for stakeholders to educate new codes adopted by the city and educate of minor and major changes
Assist the Assistant Building Official in researching current house bills and legislation that affect the construction industry in our area
Stay current on all plumbing and mechanical licensing rules and laws
Investigate fire damaged structures and assist owner/contractor on repair requirements
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Five (5) years of experience in mechanical and or plumbing installation work as a Journeyman and/or Master Plumber is required
A high school diploma or GED certification is required
A current valid driver's license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required
Ability to obtain a Plumbing Inspector License issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners within eighteen (18) months of employment is required
Ability to obtain a Mechanical Inspector Certification through the International Code Council (ICC) within twenty-four (24) months of employment is required
One (1) year of experience in work comparable to the duties of Inspector – Mechanical - Plumbing I in Building Inspections with the City of Abilene
Continued training through International Code Council (ICC) and Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners to maintain all required certifications obtained is required
A Residential Plumbing Inspector or Residential Mechanical Inspector certification from the International Code Council (ICC) is required
Two (2) years of experience in work comparable to the duties of Inspector – Mechanical - Plumbing II in Building Inspections with the City of Abilene
A Plumbing Plans Examiner or Mechanical Plans Examiner from the International Code Council (ICC) is required
Mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas construction and installation methods, practices, and materials
Possible defects and faults in mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas construction as well as installation activities; standard testing devices, methods, and corrective measures
International Mechanical, Plumbing and Fuel Gas Codes
Safe driving principles and practices
Verbally and in writing communicate code violations
Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas inspection work including ladder, gas gauges, level, screwdriver, tape measure, pliers, etc
Organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Safely operate a motor vehicle
Operate office equipment to include computer, scanner, tablet, copier and smart phone
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Learn applicable mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas codes
Understand and interpret codes, plans, schematics and specifications
Detect and locate defective mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas installations, and ascertain the stage of construction or installation when defects are most easily found and corrected
Enforce codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect
Company
Abilene Zoological Gardens
At Abilene Zoological Gardens (The Abilene Zoo) our purpose and our Mission is to be "a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife" for the citizens and the visitors of Abilene, Texas where we are one of the prominent, must-see, attractions in the City of Abilene.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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