Plumbing, Gas & Mechanical Inspector

City of Hoover; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hoover is seeking a qualified inspector to evaluate plumbing, gas, and mechanical work for compliance with city codes and regulations. The role involves reviewing plans, guiding contractors, and ensuring permits are obtained and maintained.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED, two Alabama journeyman/master certifications, five years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license, and ICC certification or ability to obtain within one year. Competitive starting range applies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two of the three Alabama journeyman or master's certifications are required (Plumber, Gas Fitter, HVAC).
• Five years or more of experience as a Plumbing, Gas Fitter or HVAC Installer.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain City of Hoover Driver's Permit.
• ICC Mechanical or Plumbing certification or ability to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Inspects new and existing properties to ensure compliance with City ordinances, approved plans, and codes.
• Reviews plans and specifications for City and building code compliance with contractors.
• Interprets codes and explains permit and compliance conditions to developers and owners.
• Coordinates plumbing, gas, and mechanical inspection work with City personnel.
• Maintains records of inspections, notices, and regulatory actions taken.
• Reviews blueprints for new construction and performs final inspections to ensure conformity to code.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Plumber certification

Gas Fitter certification

HVAC certification

Driver's license

ICC Mechanical or Plumbing certification

Job description

Hiring Range $29.65/hr - $39.71/hr

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.;
• Must possess two (2) of the three (3) certifications from the State of Alabama at a Journeyman or Master's level
• Plumber certification
• Gas Fitter certification
• HVAC certification
• Five (5) years or more of experience as a Plumbing, Gas Fitter or HVAC Installer;
• Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain/maintain a City of Hoover Driver's Permit;
• Possession of a Mechanical or Plumbing certification from the International Code Council or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.

Hiring Range $29.65/hr - $39.71/hr

Starting Salary May Be Adjusted Depending On Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.;
• Must possess two (2) of the three (3) certifications from the State of Alabama at a Journeyman or Master's level
• Plumber certification
• Gas Fitter certification
• HVAC certification
• Five (5) years or more of experience as a Plumbing, Gas Fitter or HVAC Installer;
• Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain/maintain a City of Hoover Driver's Permit;
• Possession of a Mechanical or Plumbing certification from the International Code Council or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Plumbing experience in both residential and commercial
• Inspects new and existing industrial, commercial, and/or residential properties to ensure compliance with City ordinances, approved plans, specifications, regulations, and codes;
• Reviews plans and specifications for City and building code compliance and confers with contractors regarding related installations;
• Confers with and provides information regarding code requirements to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, and others;
• Addresses any complaints or problems from concerned parties and takes appropriate action to ensure an expedient resolution or alternative means to address the problem;
• Investigates complaints regarding existing buildings or new construction to determine appropriate usage, code violations, or existing problems;
• Interprets codes and regulations and explains permit and compliance conditions;
• Coordinates assigned plumbing, gas, and mechanical inspection work with that of other related City personnel;
• Maintains complete and accurate records of all inspections and any regulatory actions taken, including preparing written reports and correspondence and issuing notices to correct code violations;
• Reviews blueprints for new construction and performs final inspections of assigned projects to ensure overall conformity to all code requirements;
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions;
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas;
• Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
• Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.