Category: Employment

Division of Personnel
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
PLUMBING INSPECTOR

An Equal Opportunity Employer

OPENING DATE: 10/04/16

CLOSING DATE: 10/23/16 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for performing inspections of plumbing and drainage systems and components to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Inspects plumbing and drainage systems and components including primary and alternative fixtures and materials.
• Evaluates methods and practices of installation or rehabilitation.
• Prepares accurate reports, maintains records, prepares violation notices and hearing documentation.
• Testifies in court if necessary.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five years experience in the plumbing trade; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Applicants should possess basic computer skills and knowledge.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant’s education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a permanent part time, full time, term or on-call position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be bourne by the County.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch or apply in person at St. Louis County Government, Division of Personnel located at 41 S. Central 7th Floor, Clayton, Missouri 63105.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veterans’ status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Hearing Impaired TTY: (314) 615-5889
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com

Division of Personnel
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING INSPECTOR

An Equal Opportunity Employer

OPENING DATE: 09/12/16

CLOSING DATE: 09/22/16 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

Positions in this job classification are responsible for performing inspections of residential construction and related sites, to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications. Work involves making detailed examinations of work in process, evaluating primary and alternative materials, methods or practices, making compliance determinations, preparing accurate reports, maintaining records, preparing violation notices and testifying in court.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs construction inspections on residential buildings and sites to determine basic compliance with approved drawings and County codes, ordinances and regulations for mechanical, structural, electrical and plumbing work relating to new construction, room additions, swimming pools, retaining walls, garages, decks and other residential improvements.
• Under the supervision of the Chief and Assistant Chief Residential Inspectors, issues approvals for inspections of construction that meets County standards, and issues correction orders on sites which fail to comply with codes.
• Issues violation notices to owners for improvements under construction without benefit of the appropriate permits or by contractors without the appropriate licenses.
• Inspects buildings damaged by fire to determine the extent of the damage, completes damage reports indicating whether certified plans will be required prior to issuance of permits.
• Maintains inspection records including writing inspection reports, violation notices, pictures of violations and stop work orders.
• Advises contractors, owners and supervisors of inspection results, stop work orders and violation notices issues or other actions taken.
• Performs related work as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to traverse rough terrain, climb ladders and lift weight up to fifty pounds. May be required to perform duties during hot, cold or wet weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years experience in all facets of the building construction trade, preferably including experience in building inspection, code enforcement and/or commercial construction; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant’s education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a permanent part time, full time, term or on-call position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be paid for by the County.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch. or apply in person at St. Louis County Government, Division of Personnel located at 41 S. Central 7th Floor, Clayton, Missouri 63105.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans’ status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Hearing Impaired TTY: (314) 615-5889
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer

OPENING DATE: 07/07/16

CLOSING DATE: 09/15/16 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for performing inspections of mechanic equipment systems and components, special mechanical equipment, and/or related sites to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, plans, and specifications.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Inspects and evaluates mechanical construction/installation by visually inspecting and evaluating the performance and safe installation and operation of commercial, industrial and residential HVAC, piping, lifting and moving, and other mechanical systems and equipment; evaluating blueprints and specifications.
• Enforces codes and standards for mechanical construction and installation by reading and interpreting construction/installation drawings, specifications and plans; evaluating HVAC equipment/systems and installations, boilers and other fuel fired appliances, pressure vessels, refrigeration systems, air compressors, generators, various lifting and moving devices, exhaust systems and fireplaces, hot water tanks, gas and hydronic piping, crematories and incinerators, carnival rides, and fire suppression and smoke removal systems for safe and effective operations, as required by codes, regulations, ordinances and other applicable requirements; verifying mechanical work is performed under proper license; reviewing facilities for proper building maintenance and compliance with zoning requirements; issuing non-conformance and violation notices and stop work orders, as required, to correct non-compliant installation of mechanical systems and services.
• Communicates inspection findings to supervisors, contractors, operators and others by discussing problems and deficiencies found; investigating and resolving complaints; providing technical assistance in person or by telephone; preparing inspection reports, log entries and summaries; writing notices and preparing for license violation hearings and court cases.
• Prepares for inspection work by accepting work assignments and communicating with management via computer and telephone; planning and scheduling the work to carry out assignments efficiently and in timely fashion; learning the applicable codes (ASME, SMACNA, County and other codes), regulations, requirements, and Public Works Practices and Procedures applicable to the work; attends training.
• Performs technical work in the inspection of construction alteration and safety of elevators, escalators, and other related devices for compliance with codes and regulations.
• Serves as a witness for state annual safety tests.
• Ensures installations or alterations are in conformity with plans and are incompliance with code.
• Performs such other work, with the required abilities and under the indicated working conditions and environment, as may properly be required of a position in this job class.Equipment Used: PC work station; tape measure/measuring wheel; automobile, van, or light truck (up to 2 ½ tons).

  Working Conditions: Balance, bend at the waist, climb or work on stairs and ladders; exposure to dust/dirt, fumes and hazardous materials; kneel, reach above shoulder level, stand or walk for long periods; walk on uneven ground; work from bucket trucks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in the mechanical trade or completion of a formal training as a mechanical inspector; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Applicants possessing previous experience in the elevator trade may be given preference.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Possession of a valid driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant’s education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a permanent part time, full time, term or on-call position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be paid for by the County.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch. or apply in person at St. Louis County Government, Division of Personnel located at 41 S. Central 7th Floor, Clayton, Missouri 63105.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veterans’ status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Hearing Impaired TTY: (314) 615-5889
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com

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http://www.stlouisco.com
OR
41 South Central
7th Floor
St. Louis, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429