Plumbing Inspector I

City of Grand Rapids, MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision from Day 1

401a with employer match

Retiree Health Savings Account

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parking

Parental leave

Wellness program with incentives

Employee discounts

Job summary

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking a Plumbing Inspector to conduct inspections and re-inspections of residential, industrial, and commercial plumbing systems to assure compliance with codes and to identify defects.

Responsibilities include maintaining inspection records, reviewing installation plans, and coordinating with engineers and contractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the plumbing trade.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections and re-inspections of residential, industrial and commercial plumbing systems to ensure code compliance.
• Maintains records and schedules for plumbing inspections.
• Inspects sewer and water installations and reviews plans for new construction and existing structures.
• Provides inspection services to other municipalities and townships.
• Processes Backflow test forms to ensure compliance with current Plumbing code and regulations.
• Investigates plumbing system complaints related to pressure and water quality.

Skills

Plumbing inspection

Code compliance

Recordkeeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The purpose of this job is to conduct inspections and re-inspections of residential, industrial and commercial plumbing systems to assure compliance with municipal, State of Michigan and national plumbing codes and identify defects in plumbing systems and connections.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts inspections and re-inspections of residential, industrial and commercial plumbing systems to ensure code compliance
• Maintains records and schedules for plumbing inspections
• Inspects sewer and water installations
• Reviews plans to plumbing installations for new construction and existing structures
• Provides inspection services to other municipalities and townships
• Inspects medical gas systems
• Processes Backflow test forms to ensure compliance with current Plumbing code, MDEQ and Local Ordinance requirements
• Investigates plumbing system complaints involving pressure and water quality issues
• Conducts residential irrigation surveys
• Reviews plans to plumbing installations for new construction and existing structures
• Consults with engineers, contractors and owners regarding the provisions of the codes, ordinances, laws, design criteria and zoning requirements; searches files to determine water and sewer locations
• Maintains records of inspection activities
• Assists with flow tests
• Performs related work as required

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent)

• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the plumbing trade

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required License

• Michigan Journeyman Plumbing license

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Leaves and Accommodations Analyst, Amanda Kaulback. Email [e-mail] or [e-mail] or by phone at [phone].

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules