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JOB SUMMARY: The Mechanical and Plumbing Inspector provides professional service to the public by accepting and reviewing applications, reviewing plan, calculating permit fees, issuing mechanical and/or plumbing permits, performing all necessary plumbing and mechanical inspections, and enforcement of the latest approved New Mexico Mechanical and Plumbing Code, issuing mechanical and/or plumbing finals, and maintaining permit files and correspondence. Jurisdiction consists of the unincorporated areas of Chaves County, Town of Dexter, Hagerman and Lake Arthur.

BENEFITS: Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.

QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or G.E.D. and three (3) years of journeyman experience within the last ten (10) years. Technical, university, or college training in mechanical and plumbing construction may substitute up to two (2) years of the three (3) years of journeyman level experience required. The equivalency shall be calculated such that one (1) year of technical, university or college training shall equal one half (1/2) a year of journeyman level experience. Further, in conjunction with the technical, university or college training, the applicant must demonstrate at least one (1) year of related field experience in his trade at a journeyman level position. Licenses/Certification: Valid N.M. driver's license with a good driving record. Desirable Qualifications: New Mexico General Mechanical and Plumbing Inspector and Bilingual (English/Spanish)

.ABILITIES/SKILLS: Knowledge of the Uniform Mechanical and Plumbing Codes (IAPMO) and the New Mexico Mechanical and Plumbing Codes. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations in building construction and inspections. Knowledge of County policies and procedures. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications to ensure code compliance. Skill in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Skill in interpreting and following a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Skill in working independently and as a team member. Ability to maintain required certifications for employment. Requirements: Possession of certifications issued by the State of New Mexico as a Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of employment as a Mechanical and Plumbing Inspector. Possession of a national recognized Mechanical and Plumbing inspector's certification acceptable to the State of New Mexico within one (1) year from date of employment.

SPECIAL NOTE: Chaves County is a drug-free employer. All applicants for this position will be required to pass a background check and will be subject to post offer, pre-employment drug test.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS APPLY AT: Required application forms are available at the County's Job Posting Board located in the west wing of the County Administrative Center or at www.chavescounty.gov. Applications may be returned to Human Resources in the County Manager Suite at Suite 180, Chaves County Administrative Center, #1 Saint Mary's Place, Roswell, NM 88203 or mailed to Chaves County Human Resources PO Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202. For ADA Accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 575.624.6557.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orienta ion, gender identity, or any other legally protected class" **