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Plumbing Inspector

St. Louis County
Throughout St. Louis County, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026
St. Louis County Public Works has an immediate opening for a Plumbing Inspector within their Code Enforcement division. This position is responsible for performing inspections of plumbing and drainage systems and components to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications. 

The typical starting salary will be between $23.68 - $28.42 per hour and will be based on experience and qualifications. As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, four weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan and more. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website


  • Inspect plumbing and drainage systems and components including primary and alternative fixtures and materials
  • Evaluate methods and practices of installation or rehabilitation
  • Prepare accurate reports, maintains records, prepares violation notices and hearing documentation
  • Testify in court if necessary
  • Perform related work as required
  • A minimum of five years of experience in the plumbing trade
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered
  • Applicants should possess basic computer skills and knowledge

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTApplicants must possess a current, valid driver's license
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENTA selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
 
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.  The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.  
 
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
 
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.  Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
 
HOW TO APPLYApplicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept on-line applications.
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICYThe policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: 
(314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
 

 

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