PLUMBING INSPECTOR in HILLSBOROUGH, New Jersey at TOWNSHIP OF HILLSBOROUGH

Department: BuildingJob Title: Plumbing Inspector Job Level or Grade: AFSCME Union - Level 3 - License Required Salary Range : $77,000 annual (Salary based on union contract)
Reporting to: Plumbing Subcode Official Employment Type: Full Time Work Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: Medical/Prescription Benefit Program, Pension/Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Short Term Disability, Training & Education Opportunities, Township vehicle provided for inspections
Job Summary:Under direction of the Construction Official and Plumbing Subcode Official, the position has the technical responsibility for administering the adopted NJ Plumbing Code as amended by the NJ Uniform Construction Code, within the specific jurisdictionPosition provides inspection of construction in conformance to the Plumbing Subcode and ensures compliance with the construction documents and regulated codes. Within the scope of construction, position ensures the health, safety and welfare of the general public using and/or owning commercial/residential buildings and structures.
A particular position using this title may not perform all the duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed by this position may not be listed. Perform complex technical work in the inspection of buildings for compliance with legal standards set forth by the Uniform Construction Code, International Building Code, International Residential Code, ICC, and CTC to enforce these codes to ensure public safety, health and welfare in so far as they are affected by building construction
The complete requirements of the position can be found at the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs website - New Jersey Uniform Construction Code NJAC 5:23.
Job Responsibilities:

• Performs field inspections for code compliance with the state uniform construction code
• Maintains manual and electronic inspection records
• Reviews construction documents - reviews plan review documents as needed
• Promptly answers questions from citizens, homeowners, contractors, and builders regardingcode enforcement via phone, email, or in-person visits
• Attends required training to expand knowledge of the related codes and to maintain licenses held
• Attends code hearings as needed
• Attends inter-office meetings to continue a unified position on code-related issues
• Occasionally receives, provides, clarifies, or exchanges information with other TownshipDepartments and State Employees
• Meets with architects and engineers
• Prepares violations and notices, and collects information to present to the Construction Official
• Daily operations are within a highly interactive office
• This job constantly provides/delivers a service to Job Supervisors, Homeowners, ConstructionWorkers, and Contractors
• This job constantly receives, provides, clarifies, or exchanges information with ConstructionOfficial, Technical Assistants, Administrative Support Staff, Field Inspectors, and Building,Electrical, Fire or Plumbing Subcode Officials
• This job occasionally provides/delivers a service to Engineers, Developers, and Architects

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Required:

• Advanced knowledge of a specialized or technical field or thorough knowledge of the practicesand techniques of a professional field.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures, and the ability to select a course of action based onthese guidelines
• Thorough knowledge of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code
• Extraordinary customer service skills including maintaining a courteous, pleasant andprofessional demeanor
• Ability to maintain effective & positive working relationships with all Township employees,officials, boards & commissions, and the general public; with the ability to maintainprofessionalism when interacting with the most difficult people
• Ability to create accurate reports & reference code items and communicate contents effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to obtain and communicate proper information to make accurate decisions and reports isessential
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

Preferred:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience with SDL construction software
• Experience using technology including but not limited to Google Drive and its programs such asDocs, Sheets, and Calendar etc.

Education, Certifications and Licenses:
Required:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum licensed as an ICS (Industrial & Commercial Specialist) Plumbing Inspector
• Residential Mechanical Inspector's license issued by the New Jersey Department of CommunityAffairs.
• HHS (High-Rise Hazardous Specialist) Plumbing License issued by the NJ Department of Community Affairs
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field
• Valid NJ Driver's License

Preferred:

• Additional inspector and/or administrative licenses issued by the NJ Department of CommunityAffairs that are related to Uniform Construction Code or willingness to obtain additional licenses
• Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Physical Requirements:

• Often works in outside weather conditions, walking on rough terrain, climbing, bending,stretching, frequently required to walk, stand or sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feelor operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Hand/ eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of officeequipment.
• Occasionally required to use a ladder, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; andsmell
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds on occasion
• Ability to work for extended periods on computer-based tasks

Additional Information:

• Clearance of background check
• Department operating hours are 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, but inspection hourscan vary based on department needs
• Must be able to respond to off-hours emergency calls as needed
• Occasional work-at-home opportunity may be available based on department needs
• Positive Impact: Considerable - Normally, decisions would create considerable opportunities,efficiencies, or savings. Decisions would have a considerable impact on internal departmentoperations or finance. Decisions would be of important consequence
• Negative Impact: Considerable - Normally, poor or incorrect decisions would cause considerabledelays, inefficiencies, or expenses. Poor decisions would have a considerable negative impacton internal department operations or finance.

Application Special Instructions: All applications are to be submitted online and should include a cover letter, resume, professional references, and copies of any licenses and certifications held.
Job Specific Questions: Additional screening questions specific to this position may be asked during the recruiting process.