Job Specification
CONSTRUCTION CODE INSPECTOR 1
BOILER, PRESSURE VESSEL, AND REFRIGERATION
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of the Chief, Bureau of Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Compliance or other supervisory official, performs field and administrative
functions involving plan review and the inspection of boilers, pressure
vessels and refrigeration plants to ensure compliance with the state
safety laws; 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:
Establishes schedule and conducts inspections and follow-up activities
of boilers and pressure vessels at factories, commercial establishments,
and institutions; utilizes guidelines established by the Bureau of Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Compliance based on standards established by
ASME, National Board Inspection Code, and other accredited agencies,
to ensure public safety.
Ensures all required inspections are conducted within the time
limitations established in the regulations.
Reviews records and logbooks of boilers, pressure vessels, and
refrigeration plant operation to ensure compliance with laws and
regulations.
Complies with the instructions and directions given by the Examining
Board in accordance with the provisions established by law.
Reviews plans and conducts required inspections for boilers, pressure
vessels, and refrigerator systems.
Interviews operators of boiler, pressure vessel, and refrigeration plants
to ensure compliance with law and regulations; recommends courses
of action for compliance.
Recommends issuance of certificates when all requirements are met.
Issues penalty violations with appropriate statutory and regulatory
citations in instance of non-compliance.
Investigates incidents of boiler, pressure vessel, and refrigeration
plant malfunction where fatalities, injuries, or property damage occurs;
cooperates and coordinates activities with local government, state and
federal entities to determine causes of such incidents.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with
engineers, manufacturers, owners and users of regulated vessels,
insurance company representatives, and local enforcement officials
including fire, building, plumbing officials, and emergency management
officers.
Issues orders to cease operation of a boiler, pressure vessel, or
refrigeration system where the public or employee safety is jeopardized
by potential malfunction due to improper installation, maintenance,
operation, or age of vessel.
Makes and recommends nondestructive examination of boilers and
pressure vessels; utilizes various types of test equipment that would
be used to inspect and test equipment that includes videoprobes
(boroscopes), thermal imaging combustible gas analyzers, and digital
and analog gauges necessary to determine the operating condition
and mechanical integrity.
Inspects and tests the condition of refrigeration plants.
Serves subpoenas and other legal process notices including notices
of violation.
Prepares clear and accurate reports on inspections and violations;
enters data into IT system for revenue collection, retention, and
recordkeeping.
May testify in court or administrative hearings on behalf of the State.
Maintains records and files of inspections.
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:
EXPERIENCE:
Six (6) years of experience as a stationary engineer in the maintenance
and operation of high pressure boilers, or as a boiler maker, or as an
inspector for an insurance company specializing in the inspection of
boilers, and licensed to do business with the state.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a valid Residential and
Commercial Specialist (RCS) code enforcement license in Boiler,
Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration (BPVR) issued by the
New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.
NOTE: Appointees must continue to complete the continuing
education requirements to maintain their RCS license.
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 New Jersey laws relating to the installation, operation,
inspection, repair, alteration, construction, and maintenance of
boilers, pressure vessels, and refrigeration plants, and of measures
to be taken for the health, safety, and welfare of employees and others.
Knowledge of the ASME Code and the National Board of Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Inspector¿s Inspection Code.
Knowledge of American National Institute Standards as related
to boiler, pressure vessel, and refrigeration systems.
Knowledge of problems likely to be encountered in inspecting,
testing, and checking boilers and accessories to determine their
condition and safety.
Knowledge of tests and checks used in ascertaining the condition
of boilers, pressure vessels, and refrigerator systems.
Ability to interpret and apply Uniform Construction Code regulations
applicable to boilers, pressure vessels, and refrigeration.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret basic laws,
regulations, standards, and policies and apply them to specific
inspection situations.
Ability to organize assigned field inspection work and develop
effective work methods.
Ability to harmoniously interact with associates, superior officials,
and members of the public and industry.
Ability to work independently and to report all findings and actions.
Ability to make required checks and external and internal inspections
of steam boilers and appurtenances and refrigeration plant equipment
including appropriate tests of boilers, pressure vessels, ammonia pipes,
and pressure valves.
Ability to prepare inspection notices and correspondence relating
to inspections and violations.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports
of inspections containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
Ability to maintain essential inspection records and files.
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, 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 essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 55354F | Boiler Pressure Vessel & Refrigeration | S | C | 40 | 22 | N/A | I23 | - |
This job specification is for state government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
6/29/2013 |
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