Senior Plumbing & Heating Inspector

City of New Haven; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Haven is seeking a skilled Plumbing Inspector to join the Building Inspection Department. You will inspect plumbing and heating systems, review construction plans, and enforce applicable codes and regulations to ensure public safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma with plumbing training and at least five years of progressive experience in plumbing code enforcement, with strong knowledge of plumbing codes, safety, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with plumbing training and at least 5 years of progressive plumbing code enforcement or related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of plumbing and heating construction, codes, and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing and heating systems in buildings under construction or renovation.
• Review plans, specifications, and other materials for code compliance.
• Investigate complaints and violations; document findings and follow up on corrective actions.
• Explain code requirements to property owners, contractors, and city staff.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare required reports.

Skills

Plumbing inspection

Code enforcement

Plans interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma with plumbing training

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Email clients (Outlook, Gmail)

Job description

City of New Haven is seeking a skilled Plumbing Inspector to join the Building Inspection Department. You will inspect plumbing and heating systems, review construction plans, and enforce applicable codes and regulations to ensure public safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma with plumbing training and at least five years of progressive experience in plumbing code enforcement, with strong knowledge of plumbing codes, safety, and reporting requirements.