• Must meet eligibility requirements for a Commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors:

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.

• An applicant appointed to this flexibly staffed class will be reclassified to the next higher class in the series after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period, and obtaining a commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors; inadequate or marginal performance during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination.

• Learns the steps for conducting, investigating and reporting a boiler or pressure vessel accident.

• Learns to identify objects, attachments, accessories and related equipment associated with boiler and pressure vessel operations and inspections.

• Learns to follow explicit rules to enter confined spaces.

• Learns the proper use of all personal protective equipment (TOSHA & OSHA requirement).

• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping.

• Learns to analyze and study codes as applicable to ASME, National Boiler Board and State Rules and Regulations.

• Learns to manage a difficult situation while working with the customer.

• Learns to inspect newly installed and existing boilers and pressure vessels, including all attachments and connections for leaks, cracks, scale, proper hook up, and proper safety valve pressure setting and capacity.

• Learns procedures and requirements for non-destructive examinations of boilers and pressure vessels.

• Learns to monitor environment prior to entering respective work area.

• Learns how to review repair materials and repairs.

• Learns to understand the functions of proper boiler controls and operations for compliance with the State Boiler Rules and Regulations.

• Learns how to interpret and relate inspections and repairs relative to State and National regulations.

• Learns to make decisions, recommendations and problem solving.

• Learns to set up and execute internal and external inspections of high- and low-pressure boilers and vessels.

• Learns to logistically prioritize and schedule daily inspections in an efficient manner.

• Learns to conduct research on the internet to stay up-to-date with information pertaining to inspections, rules and regulations.

• Learns to input reports and data into department computer system under close supervision of an assigned Boiler Inspector 2.

• Learns to enter various functions (i.e., time, attendance, expense reports) into departmental system.

• Learns and submits training logs daily.

• Learns the day-to-day process for completing paperwork for inspections.

• Learns to prepare other standard records, reports, and documents.

• Learns to initiate and complete electronic inspection reports.

• Learns to prepare a variety of standard records and reports.

• Learns to communicate via e-mail.

• Receives training and learns to make recommendations for repairs, maintenance, and improvements to boiler operations.

• Attends staff meetings and conferences to obtain additional education.

• Learns to work with office staff, training instructors, and team members.

• Receives information from various sources of the Boiler Inspection division.

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