Career Opportunity

Plumbing Inspector - SF Department of Building Inspection (6242)

Recruitment: RTF0123985-01124918

Published: July 26, 2022

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About:

The Department of Building Inspection oversees the effective, efficient, fair and safe enforcement of City building, housing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and disability access codes for San Francisco’s more than 200,000 buildings.  Position is located on 49 South Van Ness.

Role description

Appointment Type: 

Temporary-Exempt.  This position is exempt from Civil Service Commission rules pursuant to the City and County of San Francisco, Charter Section 10.104, and incumbents serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Definition:

Under general supervision, plumbing inspectors work at the Department of Building Inspection and the San Francisco International Airport; physically inspect all plumbing, gas appliance, low pressure boiler, and fire sprinkler installation, maintenance and repair work to assure compliance with existing codes, laws, ordinances, approved plans and specifications; explain the applications of existing codes, laws, methods and procedures relative to the installation of plumbing and mechanical facilities; make regular contact with the general public and other departments in connection with the inspection and enforcement of existing codes and laws; provide written and oral reports of inspection activities; drive a vehicle to inspection sites; and perform related duties as required.

Duties:

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. 1. Inspects all plumbing, mechanical, gas appliance, low-pressure boiler and fire sprinkler installation, maintenance and repair work to assure compliance with existing plumbing and mechanical codes, laws and ordinances; approves plans and specifications. 2. Explains the application of existing codes, laws, methods and procedures relative to the installation of plumbing and mechanical facilities. 3. Makes regular contact with construction professionals, the general public and other departments in connection with the inspection and enforcement of existing codes and laws. 4. Provides written and oral reports of inspection activities. 5. Drives a vehicle to inspection sites, meetings, hearings, emergency activities and other related events. 6. Determines the nature and severity of violations and makes necessary referrals to other inspection groups and agencies and may coordinate building, plumbing and electrical inspections. 7. Advises and consults with building owners, design professionals, contractors and others on the correction of code deficiencies with respect to plumbing and mechanical code standards 8. Testifies as an expert witness in court litigation involving plumbing and mechanical code violations. 9. Authorizes abatement orders or emergency orders for correction to be issued; makes inspections, prepares reports and testifies in court on abatement proceedings. 10. Issues reports and conducts follow-up inspections leading to the correction of violations or abatement proceedings 11. Conducts statistical surveys and provides data regarding code enforcement as required. 12. Assists in the training of new inspectors by introducing them to departmental procedures and working alongside them in the field and in the office to ensure that their inspections and reports are accurate and timely. 13. Issues misdemeanor citations on plumbing and mechanical violations which may result in participation in arrest procedures. 14. Makes investigations of complaints of violation of plumbing, water and gas codes and ordinances; 15. Makes periodic inspections of various buildings and institutions for conditions which might cause water supply contamination.

How to qualify

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: plumbing and mechanical system design and installation practices; plumbing and mechanical materials and their uses; existing ordinances, regulations and code requirements regarding the installation and maintenance of plumbing and mechanical systems; and modern construction methods and techniques, particularly as applied to plumbing and mechanical phases of construction projects. Ability to: read and interpret plans and specifications of plumbing and mechanical system installations; deal effectively and courteously with property owners, contractors and the general public; effectively apply knowledge of the plumbing codes and construction procedures to inspection practices; use a computer, software programs and cell phone for work-related purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement. Education and Experience: Completion of plumbing apprenticeship which has been certified by the State of California and three (3) years of journey-level experience in the trade; OR A plumbing contractor with a C-36 license issued by the State of California with experience in the trade totaling eight (8) years. License and Certification: Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Process:
Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

What else should I know?

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation: $123,370 to $149,968 Yearly

Information about the Hiring Process: click here

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Yvonne Lin, by email at yvonne.lin@sfgov.org. 

Filing Deadline: Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close on August 9, 2022.

General Information concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures:
Important Employment Information for the City and County of San Francisco can be obtained at http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20 or hard copy at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.