Plumbing Inspector (BN Plumbing)

UES, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Plumbing Inspector to perform on-site inspections, verify code compliance, and ensure safe construction practices across our projects in Florida and beyond.

You will assess plumbing installations, document findings with diagrams and photos, and communicate results to contractors, engineers, and clients while upholding OSHA and company safety standards. Travel 50-70% to project sites is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Building Inspector License required.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and safety regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel 50–70%.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to safety protocols, OSHA standards, PPE usage.
• Perform Plumbing inspections.
• Document inspection findings with observations, diagrams, photos, and compliance recommendations.
• Identify code violations and provide corrective-action guidance to contractors, engineers, and project managers.
• Perform follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions.
• Maintain clear communication with field supervisors and dispatching teams.
• Assist in reviewing permit applications and project documentation.
• Stay updated with building codes and safety regulations; participate in training.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Operate and maintain a company vehicle.
• Be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Code compliance

Inspection reporting

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active Building Inspector License

Tools

FDC software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Plumbing Inspector to perform on-site inspections, verify code compliance, and ensure safe and high-quality construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to all safety protocols and job site regulations, ensuring compliance with OSHA, UES, and client-specific safety standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform Plumbing inspections.
• Document and report inspection findings with detailed observations, diagrams, photos, and compliance recommendations, ensuring accuracy and clarity for internal teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Identify and communicate code violations and non-compliance issues, providing clear guidance and corrective action recommendations to contractors, engineers, and project managers.
• Perform follow-up inspections as required, verifying that corrective actions have been implemented and final compliance is achieved.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with field supervisors and dispatching teams, providing real-time updates on job status, locations, and any site-specific concerns.
• Assist in reviewing permit applications and project documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy before inspections.
• Stay up to date with evolving building codes, safety regulations, construction material standards, and industry best practices, participating in ongoing training and certification programs as needed.
• Travel to project sites as required, often across varying terrains and environmental conditions, to conduct inspections and provide technical assessments.
• Operate and maintain a company-assigned motor vehicle, performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance as needed to ensure reliability for fieldwork.
• Be available to work flexible shifts, including varying schedules, weekends, and evenings, as required to meet project demands and client needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project goals and company initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; active Building Inspector License is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
• Certifications in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or plans examination (such as ICC or equivalent) are preferred or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building codes, with a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze blueprints, construction plans, specifications, procedures, technical manuals, and reports.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare detailed reports, correspondence, and communicate professionally with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and clients.
• Effective time management, mathematical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to ensure accurate and efficient inspections.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic and focus on delivering high-quality, professional inspections.
• Ability to work in various outdoor conditions, including extreme weather and active construction environments, and physically navigate construction sites safely.
• Flexibility to travel within the designated region as needed to support inspections, compliance efforts, and business operations is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Florida Plumbing license required (BN)

Travel Requirements

This position requires extensive domestic overnight travel 50% to 70% of the time, sometimes at short notice, to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel will be to job sites, working in various outdoor conditions, and adhering to company safety protocols.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:

• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.

  The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.