Part-Time Plumbing & Gas Compliance Inspector

Town of Needham; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Needham is seeking a part-time, benefit-eligible Inspector of Plumbing and Gas to enforce the Massachusetts State Plumbing and Fuel Gas codes, regulations, and Town bylaws.

This municipal role performs detailed inspection duties, reviews installations, and issues citations as needed, supporting a safe and compliant community. The work week is 22.5 hours, Monday through Thursday 12:30-5 pm and Friday 8 am-12:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Master or Journeyman Plumber's and Gas Fitter's license held for 5+ years.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Equivalent education/experience acceptable in combination with required knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect installations for plumbing and gas work with issued permits.
• Review construction and repair work for code compliance.
• Issue citations where required to enforce codes.
• Assist field plumbers and gas fitters with designs and code interpretation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Basic computer skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Massachusetts Master or Journeyman Plumber's and Gas Fitter's license

Associate's Degree or two years of technical/business school

Job description

The Town of Needham is seeking a part-time, benefit-eligible Inspector of Plumbing and Gas to enforce the Massachusetts State Plumbing and Fuel Gas codes, regulations, and Town bylaws.

This municipal role performs detailed inspection duties, reviews installations, and issues citations as needed, supporting a safe and compliant community. The work week is 22.5 hours, Monday through Thursday 12:30-5 pm and Friday 8 am-12:30 pm.