Job Description 07860
MECHANICAL INSPECTOR/PLUMBING SUBCODE OFFICIAL
MECHANICAL INSPECTOR
DEFINITION
Under direction of the appropriate subcode official, inspects the installation of new or replacement
mechanical equipment installed in Use Group R 3 and R 4; enforces the Uniform Construction
Code to ensure public safety, health, and welfare insofar as they are affected by the installation of
mechanical equipment such as air conditioners, ventilation, heating systems, and water heating in
one and two family structures; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular
position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all
duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Is responsible for the examination of plans for mechanical equipment in Use Group R 3 and R 4.
Visits construction job sites and inspects installation of the mechanical equipment as it relates to
the manufacturer's instructions and the relevant mechanical codes.
Initiates and enforces rules and regulations relative to the mechanical code.
Prepares reports.
Establishes and maintains records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and
information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS
LICENSE
Possession of a valid Mechanical Inspector's License issued by the NJ Department of Community
Affairs in accord with NJAC 5:23 5.19A.
NOTE: 1. Applicant must hold a valid inspector's license in any other area licensed by the
Uniform Construction Code. 2. Successful completion of the examination requirements as
required by NJAC 5:23 5.23 - (a) Successful completion of the National Certification Test 4A
Mechanical 1 & 2 Family and (b) Successful completion of the National Certification Test 4B
Mechanical General.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation
of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the
position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of requirements of the Uniform Construction Code pertaining to the installation of
mechanical equipment and related gas, fuel oil, and water piping in Use Group R 3 and R 4.
Ability to analyze and interpret provisions of the Uniform Construction Code that apply to
mechanical equipment and related laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to review plans and specifications for mechanical equipment.
Ability to work harmoniously with other municipal unit heads and with private contractors.
Ability to make thorough investigations and inspections.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports of inspections and investigations
containing findings, conditions, and recommendations.
Ability to keep records and files.
Ability to provide testimony in court to prosecute violations of the mechanical code in Use Group
R 3 and R 4 structures.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems
used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform
duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable
forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential
functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the
accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
persons may not be eligible.
CODES: LG 07967 RKR/cah 2/9/95
This job specification is for local government use only.
PLUMBING SUBCODE OFFICIAL
DEFINITION
Under direction of the Construction Official, has the subordinate administrative responsibility for
administering the plumbing subcode of the State Uniform Construction Code within the concerned
jurisdiction, and inspects and/or supervises the inspection of plumbing work in construction
projects underway to ensure that compliance with plans and specifications approved in accord
with the State Uniform Construction Code is achieved; does related work as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position
using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties
performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Reviews and approves plans of proposed structures as provided in State Uniform Construction
Code regulations for conformity with plumbing and energy subcodes.
Has charge of plumbing inspection staff and activities concerned in the inspection of construction
projects.
Develops the inspection work program with effective and appropriate procedures, analyses
construction inspection problems, and establishes appropriate work methods.
Has final responsibility in the inspection for plumbing and energy subcode compliance of all new
construction and renovation projects.
Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee
performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting,
and disciplining of subordinates.
Provides appropriate assignments, instruction, and supervision to plumbing inspectors and clerical
employees.
Inspects and evaluates plumbing work in construction projects underway to ensure that all work
installed conforms to the requirements of the approved plans and the plumbing and energy
subcodes, and the regulations of the State Uniform Construction Code.
Inspects plumbing installations in existing buildings to ensure that installations meet the minimum
health and safety standards incorporated in the regulations for the State Uniform Construction
Code and relevant sanitary and public health laws.
Responsibility for supervising the code compliance for plumbing and energy subcode of all
construction and contractors to ensure that required standards are observed in accord with
approved plans and specifications.
Takes the initiative in halting construction work by contractors when and if reasonable standards
of workmanship, safety, and plans, specifications, and/or legal requirements are not being
observed.
Collects and records permit and other fees, issues permits, and verifies that required prior
approvals have been obtained and is responsible for ensuring that these actions are in accord
with regulations for the State Uniform Construction Code.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with architects,
engineers, and construction supervisors.
Reviews construction to ensure that all materials, methods, and assemblies conform to standards
referenced by the code and manufacturers' installation directions as well as other matters not
shown in a set of plans but required for conformity with the code.
Issues onsite warning, citations, and stop work orders in cases of serious violations of the
plumbing or energy subcode which might endanger the health, safety, and/or welfare of the public
or building occupants.
Prepares recommendations regarding both temporary and final certificates of occupancy.
Prepares violations reports.
Testifies in court and in administrative hearings.
Prepares inspection reports showing the progress of work on each project relative to construction
code compliance, weather conditions, and the percentage of the project completed.
Prepares correspondence.
Maintains and supervises the maintenance of the records, reports, and files required to show the
details of each project inspected.
Establishes inspection schedules for plumbing inspection staff and ensures that all buildings being
constructed or renovated are inspected at critical points during the course of construction as
provided for in regulations for the State Uniform Construction Code.
Identifies and inspects all materials being incorporated in the plumbing construction and
renovation of buildings located within the jurisdiction to ensure that they conform to the approved
plans and that they meet the necessary performance standards established in the regulations for the
State Uniform Construction Code and the adopted subcode.
Serves subpoenas and other legal process notices including notices of violations.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and
computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS
LICENSE
Applicants must possess a valid license as a Plumbing Subcode Official issued
by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.
NOTE: Applicants must also possess a valid license as a Plumbing Inspector at
the appropriate level, industrial and commercial (ICS), or high rise and hazardous (HHS),
depending on the class of sturcture, issued by the New Jersey Department of Community
Affairs.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey
only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform
the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
ICS License:
Knowledge of problems and procedures involved in plumbing inspection work involved in the
enforcement of relevant public health laws and, as far as practical, of the broad field of public
health.
Knowledge of design and analysis techniques needed to ensure compliance of inbuilding water
drainage systems with requirements of the code.
Knowledge of plumbing installation testing methods required to be employed by the code and
proper application.
Knowledge of methods of construction, location, and operation of onsite sewage disposal systems,
small sewage disposal plants, and private water supply systems.
Knowledge of organization, content, and regulations of the State Uniform Construction Code.
Knowledge of organization and content of the plumbing subcode.
Knowledge of basic classification of structures into class types.
Knowledge of plumbing subcode's background, purpose, history, and place in local government,
and relation to construction code enforcement programs at other levels of government.
Knowledge of plan reading sufficient to permit an understanding of the process and to perform the
duties of the position.
Knowledge of material standards in the code and methods by which those standards are
developed.
Knowledge of installation methods and practices required to ensure that all approved materials
including joints, conductors, traps, and cleanouts and structural support requirements are installed
properly.
Knowledge of plumbing fitting and fixture requirements.
Knowledge of basic inspection report writing including the preparation of violation notices and
required record keeping.
HHS License:
The knowledge and abilities for an ICS license plus knowledge of plumbing system design
component which will ensure the technical competence necessary to check the systems design and
installation for the large and complex systems which characterize class I buildings including
pumps, pressure tanks, and other such plumbing installation required.
ICS and HHS License:
Knowledge of office procedures for inspectors including forms and records used and purpose of
each.
Knowledge of methods of establishing proper review and approval of permit applications for
compliance with the construction code and applicable laws and regulations including application
contents, use of procedure and information sheets for applicants, use of check lists for compliance
with applicable ordinances, and processing of applications.
Knowledge of legal aspects of code enforcement.
Knowledge of purpose and fundamentals of stop orders, notices of penalty, and court action.
Knowledge of powers and procedures available to deal with hazardous conditions and emergency
situations including emergency work orders, bids, and quotations process.
Knowledge of procedures for processing cases involving condemnations and other violations of
the subcode from initiation through final compliance.
Knowledge of the preparation of case records.
Knowledge of situations requiring a warrant, and of the process of obtaining and issuing the
warrant.
Knowledge of the administrative hearing process under the State Uniform Construction Code Act
Knowledge of legal aspects of the operations of enforcing agencies including legal processes and
rules of evidence.
Knowledge of legal responsibilities of inspection personnel.
Knowledge of methods of appealing hearing decisions to the court, and of the legal basis of doing
so.
Knowledge of related legislation.
Ability to interpret the State Uniform Construction Code and applicable New Jersey Health Law
and Code and apply them to specific cases.
Ability to ensure that all fittings and fixtures installed conform to the requirement of the State
Uniform Construction Code.
Ability to analyze plumbing inspection problems.
Ability to organize assigned supervisory and other work and develop effective work methods.
Ability to develop a suitable work program and working procedures for a group of plumbing
inspectors.
Ability to provide assignments and instruction to assigned employees.
Ability to work harmoniously with concerned persons.
Ability to establish and maintain proper relationships with business proprietors, contractors,
housekeepers, and others interested and/or concerned with the maintenance of public health
standards.
Ability to take a firm and correct stand when needed.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to act as a convincing witness in court and to supervise the establishment and maintenance
of essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information
systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the
duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable
forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential
functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the
accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
persons may not be eligible.
CODES: LG - 05056 MCK 04/20/04
This job specification is for local government use only.
TITLE CODE FOR DUAL TITLE: LG - 07860
This job specification is for local government use only.
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