Job Description

Posting number: 202500177

Department: Planning/Community Development

Division: Building

Job classification: Plumbing Inspector

Posting type: Open

Categories: Trades

Performs on-site inspections on plumbing systems and installations, working closely with contractors and building owners to determine compliance of newly constructed, remodeled and existing structures to state and local codes. Examines construction plans and blueprints to determine compliance to applicable codes. Initiates compliance actions when violations are found. In addition, maintains records and prepares a variety of reports along with assisting residents with questions regarding plumbing systems.

Examples of duties

Essential Functions

• Reviews blueprints and plans, noting materials and methods to be used, issuing permits and approving construction when requirements are complied with.
• Conducts on-site inspections of construction assuring appropriate permits have been issued, evaluating constructions materials and methods, testing connections and installation of pipes and fixtures. In addition, checks the supply of fresh water to a building, insures proper removal of liquid waste along with proper installation of oil, grease and sand interceptors.
• Issues violation notices when necessary.
• Assists applicants in filing for permits and provides information and technical advice to contractors and homeowners on the installation and servicing of plumbing systems in regards to codes.
• Maintains records of permits, inspections, complaints and their investigations, periodic and general reports and prepares correspondences for the Division.
• Inspects a variety of related systems such as water heaters and sprinklers for compliance to codes.
• Inspects a variety of complaints that come under the jurisdiction of the Building Division.
• Prepares and issues summonses along with appearing in court to present testimony regarding code violations and complaint cases.
• Performs a variety of office tasks. Enters data, prepares correspondence, answers phones, files, schedules inspections, and other office duties.
• Maintains project status in permit processing and tracking system.
• Enforces and/or administers City adopted ordinances for health, safety and welfare.

Qualifications

Education & Experience
High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years experience as a licensed master plumber within the State of Michigan. Associate’s Degree preferred.

Skills & Abilities
Computer Skills
Basic skills in word processing software
Basic experience with permit tracking software preferred

Supplemental information

Certificates & Licenses
Valid Operators License
Valid State of Michigan Registration as a Plumbing Inspector and Plan Reviewer