NC 5733 OSP 12/0104

BOILER & PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTOR SUPERVISOR

DESCRIPTION OF WORK This is technical supervisory work implementing all phases of the Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspection Program, which administers the Uniform Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act of North Carolina (NC General Statutes Chapter 95, Article 7A) and its Administrative Rules (NCAC Title 13, Chapter 13) through supervising the activities of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspectors in a specified geographic area of the State. Employees directly supervise and audit the work of inspectors through regular written reports and assisting them in field inspections, as needed, including management of workload. They serve as technical advisors and administrative coordinators in the activities pertaining to inspection services, including employee development and training, hiring, performance assessment and disciplinary action. In addition, employees provide and interpret information concerning application and enforcement of ASME code requirements, the standards of the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessels and the rules and regulations of the North Carolina Board of Boiler Rules responding to technical questions encountered by field personnel. Work is performed under the general administrative supervision of the Assistant Director. Work may include other duties as assigned by management. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES PERFORMED Provides training of inspectors on technical, safety and quality administrative matters. Manages the activities of inspectors including delegation of independent control and decision-making authority. Ensures inspectors are assigned necessary equipment to perform their duties. Audits inspectors assigned to shop activities at manufacturers’ facilities, as required by codes. Monitors all inspector activities and evaluates quality of performance. Ensures that regulated boiler and pressure vessels are inspected before operation and at designated frequency thereafter including certificate inspections, special inspections such as compliance inspections, accident inspections, owner/user surveys and other investigations as deemed necessary. Interfaces with the public and other interested parties on all issues pertaining to boilers and pressure vessels. Assists the Program Director and Assistant Director in operating within the annual budget, in receiving requests for revision to the Administrative Code and drafting proposed revisions, and assimilating and maintaining records pertaining to inspections. RECRUITMENT STANDARDS Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of the installation, operation and maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels. Considerable knowledge of ASME Code Standards, National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel standards and the rules and regulations of the N. C. Board of Boiler Rules which pertain to the manufacture, installation, operation and repair of boilers and pressure vessels. Ability to read and understand plans and specifications relating to the construction of boilers. Ability to plan, supervise and coordinate the work of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in day-to-day regulatory-safety inspection work. Ability to interpret and apply code and compliance standards relating to boilers and pressure vessels in manufactured equipment, fabricated equipment, out-of-state manufactured equipment and installation or applications of such equipment. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports on findings, interpretations and recommendations resulting from assignments. Ability to effect and maintain good working

NC 5733 OSP 12/0104 inspectors and representatives, and owner/operators of boilers and pressure vessels. Ability to interpret and understand applicable safety codes and regulations relating to new or modified installations. Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form. Ability to train and supervise other workers. Minimum Training and Experience Requirements Graduation from high school and four years of experience in construction, installation, operation, or maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels, including two years of inspection and regulatory experience in enforcing the requirements of the ASME Code application to boilers and pressure vessels; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Necessary Special Requirements Successful completion of the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessels’ examination for competency. Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license. Special Note - This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to identify essential functions per ADA. Examples of work are primarily essential functions of the majority of positions in this class, but may not be applicable to all positions.