Plumbing Inspector

Royal Oak, MI; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification premium: $5.00 per hour

Job summary

The City of Royal Oak is seeking a Plumbing Inspector to enforce the State Plumbing Code and inspect water service and drainage connections under Michigan regulations. The role requires mature judgment and tact, working under the Building Official.

The Plumbing Inspector may assist contractors with permits, inspect plumbing installations, investigate complaints, and prepare reports while maintaining records and coordinating with department staff.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of plumbing methods and materials.
• Thorough knowledge of the State Plumbing Code.
• Some knowledge of commonly used computer software.
• Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to maintain good working relations with the public and coworkers.
• Ability to carry out complex oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing installations during construction and upon completion for code compliance.
• Enforce Michigan Health regulations for water service and drainage connections.
• Assist contractors in applying for permits and issue permits.
• Inspect all sewer and water service connections in buildings.
• Investigate complaints regarding plumbing and sewers.
• Assist with cross-connection code compliance and regulations.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Code interpretation

Blueprint reading

Report writing

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Registered Plumbing Inspector and Plan Reviewer (MI)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

A Plumbing Inspector is primarily responsible for the enforcement of the State Plumbing Code. In addition, the Plumbing Inspector may perform inspections related to Michigan Department of Health regulations pertaining to water service and drainage connections. Assignments are broad in scope and require the use of mature judgment and tact. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Official and/or Deputy Building Official.

Certification Premium: Employees who possess the required inspector certification(s) receive an additional $5.00 per hour certification premium for all regular hours worked.

A Plumbing Inspector may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

• Inspect plumbing installations during construction and upon completion for compliance with the State Plumbing Code and for quality of workmanship.
• Enforce the provisions of the Michigan Department of Health regulations as they pertain to water service and drainage connections.
• Assist contractors and plumbers in making out applications for permits and issue permits.
• Inspect all new and repaired sewer connections in all buildings; also inspect new and repaired water service connections.
• Investigate complaints regarding plumbing and sewers.
• Assist contractors and plumbers in conforming to local and state cross connection codes and regulations.
• Prepare reports and keep records.
• Perform related work assigned.

APlumbing Inspector, upon application, shall have the following training and experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Currently registered, or eligible to become registered as a "Plumbing Inspector" and “Plan Reviewer”, by the State of Michigan.
• Licenses: A valid motor vehicle operator's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications for Employment:

• Thorough knowledge of the methods and materials used in plumbing and their applications to various conditions.
• Thorough knowledge of the State Plumbing Code
• Some knowledge of commonly used computer software.
• Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to maintain good working relations with plumbers, contractors, property owners, trades personnel, the public and other employees.
• Ability to carry out complex oral and written directions.
• Ability to make comprehensive and clear reports in connection with work assignments.
• Ability to schedule work activities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time on a daily basis, to climb stairs in buildings inspected, to access tight or cramped spaces for inspection purposes, and to drive to and from inspection sites.