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Plumbing Inspector

City of Saint Paul
City of Saint Paul Salary
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026

The City of Saint Paul Department of Safety and Inspections is hiring an individual to perform full performance inspections work to ensure that plumbing and drainage alterations, and installations are consistent with approved plans and specifications, in accordance with the requirements of the Minnesota Plumbing Code, the Minnesota State Building Code, and Saint Paul Regional Water Service Codes.

Here's what you can expect to do:
  • Inspect and report on installations and alterations of plumbing work to assure that approved materials are used, and proper workmanship is performed. 
  • Issue orders and enforce corrections on non-compliant items. 
  • Perform tests of plumbing installations, equipment, and materials. 

For more information and essential functions, see our job description.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Five years of experience as a State of Minnesota licensed journey level or master plumber.

Must possess and maintain:

  1. State of Minnesota Plumber License
  2. Journey or master level competency card issued by the City of Saint Paul
  3. Certificate of competency as a backflow tester within one year of hire
  4. A valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license
  1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
  2. Upload the following required documents via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
    • A legible copy of your State of Minnesota journey level or master plumber license, and
    • A legible copy of your journey or master level competency card issued by the City of Saint Paul

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. 

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. 

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. 

Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email: danni.smith@stpaul.gov 

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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