Assistant Inspector, Plumbing

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. This position receives training in, and under close supervision, performs technical work in the inspection of plumbing installations, repairs, or alterations for conformance to codes, rules, laws, plans, or specifications.

What You Will Do

Performs field surveys and sweeps of work sites and plumbing systems to check for conformance to codes, rules, laws, plans, or specifications. Inspects plumbing installations, repairs, or alterations for conformity to codes, rules, laws, plans, or specifications. Studies architectural and engineering drawings of plumbing systems to obtain details for inspections.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Candidates must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York and be willing to work in a fast-paced environment with varying physical demands.

Requirements

• Two years of full-time satisfactory experience performing one or a combination of the following: (a) as a plumber in the installation of plumbing systems, (b) inspector of the installation of plumbing systems, or (c) superintendent of plumbers
• One year of full-time experience, as described in '1' above, and one year of formal training or education in an accredited college, technical school, or trade school in a program with an emphasis on plumbing
• Sixty credits towards a degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two years in length, in plumbing or plumbing inspection
• A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1,' '2,' '3,' or '4' above

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Special Patrolman status
• Motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York