Plumbing Inspector

Inspects plumbing activities to enforce safety regulations and assure compliance with all applicable City and State codes and regulations; performs related work as assigned.

1. Inspects plumbing, cross-connection and sewer installations for approved materials and accepted practices and procedures.

2. Inspects plumbing and sewer installations, alterations and repairs during construction for compliance with applicable City and State codes.

3. Observes tests of completed installations for compliance to plumbing codes and standards. Inspects existing installations and equipment as directed.

4. Records defective material and workmanship, issues orders for correction of defects or issues code violation notices as necessary, and makes re-inspections to ensure compliance with code requirements.

5. Reviews state and city contractor’s license for compliance with state law and city ordinances.  

6. Advises plumbing contractors, builders, and the general public as to the interpretation of the plumbing code and acceptable installation methods.

7. Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports; conducts correspondence; and issues written violation notices and court appearance tickets.

8. Reviews, assists, and issues permits for plumbing installations and activities as required.

1. Two years (2) full-time paid work experience performing plumbing work at journeyman (after journeyman license was earned) or master journeyman level.
2. Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the installation of plumbing equipment.
3. Knowledge of plumbing regulations enforceable by the State and City Ordinances.
4. Ability to understand, interpret and explain plumbing codes related to State and Municipal regulations and procedures.
5. Ability to read and understand plumbing plans and specifications.
6. Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, Journey and the general public.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Possession of a State of Michigan Plumbing (Journey/Master) License.
• Must register with State of Michigan within 30 days of employment or be registered as an inspector by the State.
• Possession of a valid State of Michigan Driver's license.
• Employee may be required to provide own transportation.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operated objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver’s License, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration. Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint. Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

The job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.  It is also not an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.