What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Inspector I position at Our Community's Children?
Nature of Work
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.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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.
Required Education and Experience
We Offer
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
City of Grand Rapids Employee Benefits Webpage
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Do you possess a high school diploma (or GED equivalent)?
Do you possess three (3) years of experience in the plumbing trade?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No", write "N/A".
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Do you possess a Michigan Journeyman Plumber license?
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.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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.
- 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
- 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
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
City of Grand Rapids Employee Benefits Webpage
01
Do you possess a high school diploma (or GED equivalent)?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess three (3) years of experience in the plumbing trade?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No", write "N/A".
04
Do you possess a Michigan Journeyman Plumber license?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question