Plumbing Inspector

INSPECTOR (PLUMBING) - 31629

The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. We are committed to becoming a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer.

We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent.

This position performs work in the inspection of plumbing installations, repairs or alterations for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.

• Perform technical inspections of installations and repairs of plumbing, gas and fire suppression systems (including sprinklers and standpipes) for compliance with the NYC Construction Code, Zoning Resolution, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications. These systems include underground, roughing‑in, finish, equipment, fixtures, components, fire pumps and house connections and appurtenances.
• Respond to, report and investigate accidents, incidents and complaints for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
• Perform inspections to assess the condition and status of gas piping systems.
• Witness tests on drainage, water, air, gas, sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump for violations of the plumbing or fire suppression codes, or illegal practices.
• Study drawings and other information to obtain details for inspections.
• Issue violations, summonses and stop work orders.
• Verify licenses of on‑site workers.
• When issuing violations, advise the recipient of the nature of the violating condition.
• Testify as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
• Maintain records and make reports.
• Explain and enforce laws and rules relevant to the field.
• May assign, supervise, review and evaluate work of subordinates.
• May train subordinates in their duties.
• May review applications relevant to the field.
• May assist supervisor.
• May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.

Walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections; climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas which must be inspected; standing for extended periods of time; maintaining balance while walking over narrow walkways or areas that are elevated; climbing around and over various objects; working in areas that may be damp, dusty, dark, smoky or acrid.

Inspectors may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Candidates must successfully pass a drug screening to be appointed.

At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

At the time of appointment, all candidates residing in New York City must apply to receive Special Patrolman status.

Work Location – Citywide:
Unit assignment and work location are based on operational need. Transfers may occur at any time with sufficient notice.

To Apply:

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