Plumbing Inspector

Summary of Duties

Reports to a designated Manager. Inspects plumbing, water and drainage and on-site sewage disposal systems installations on private property during construction to ensure they conform to applicable Acts, Codes and Laws.

Work Performed

Exercises powers and performs duties under the Act and Building Code for inspection of plumbing, water and drainage work and on-site sewage disposal systems, monitors project progress and required field tests, maintaining concise records of inspections performed and compiles statistical data related to inspections to ensure compliance with the approved drawings and the applicable Acts, Codes and Laws.

Exercises powers and performs duties under the Building Code Act and Building Code in connection with reviewing plans in accordance with the Act and Part 7 of the Building Code.

Evaluates “alternate solutions” under the objective based provisions of the Building Code to ensure that they will perform as well as a design that would comply with the acceptable solutions in Division B of the Building Code.

Exercises powers and performs duties in accordance with the standards established by the code of conduct as per Section 7 of the Building Code Act.

Inspects installations of public pools and spas for compliance to Section 3.11 of the Building Code.

Conducts preliminary and follow up inspections in conjunction with City of London Back Flow Prevention Program to ensure potable water systems are protected against backflow contamination.

Inspects and issues the appropriate orders in a correct, clear and concise manner whenever contraventions are found and ensures that the contraventions are corrected to satisfy applicable Acts, Codes and Laws, all in accordance with established procedures.

Ensures "as built" drawings for plumbing, water and drainage works are in conformance to the Building Code.

Answers verbal and written inquiries regarding various regulations, policies and procedures for architects, engineers, designers, constructors, staff and the public.

Notes on the approved plans, minor construction changes encountered in the field.

Inspects all new sump pump, backwater valve and sewage ejector installations funded by the City of London.

Inspects boiler replacements to ensure compliance with the regulations and to ensure the correct size is installed as per the approved plans.

Inspects, on a complaint or regular basis, to determine the existence of any unsafe conditions related to plumbing or drainage systems or to determine whether a permit is required or how compliance with the regulations can be best achieved.

Ensures that plumbers and drain layers performing work on private property have the appropriate licences issued by the City of London as required by the Business Licencing By-law..

Ensures that Journeyman Plumbers and apprentice plumbers are licensed and registered with the Provincial government.

Oversees and grades the Drainlayers Contractors examination.

Informs manager of deviations from office policies requiring modifications.

May be required to effectively present evidence in court in accordance with established procedures.

Maintains a daily record of inspections made and updates a computerized permit database (AMANDA) in accordance with Building Division Procedures.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Secondary School Diploma/Certificate plus Interprovincial or Ontario Plumber Certificate of Qualification

OR

Engineering Technologist (Mechanical) with appropriate training in plumbing and drainage design theory and practice with a minimum of three years function related experience.

Provincial Qualifications:

Must be qualified in the category of Plumbing – All Buildings as defined under Division C – Section 3.1 of the Ontario Building Code.

Must have successfully passed the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing examination on General Legal/process.

Must have successfully passed the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing examination in the category of On-site Sewage Systems.

Maintain qualifications as determined by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing.

Experience

Up to five years of related experience.

Specialized Training & Licenses

Skills and abilities in the following areas are necessary:

Valid Driver's Licence - Class G.

Compensation Range

$56,941 - $82,736 (Level 14)

Other Information

Current hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
These hours of work are subject to change in accordance with the Collective Agreement and may include evening hours and Saturdays.

NOTE: Applicants may be required to complete a job related test.

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