Plumbing Inspector

Full-Time, Classified, Hourly, Non-Exempt. 37.50 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends. The pay range for this position is based on certification and experience: Plumbing Inspector in Training $26.43 – $29.08 per hour. Plumbing Inspector 1 $27.49 - $32.99 per hour.

Conduct plumbing inspections of residential and commercial buildings (if certified); including but not limited to air tests and water tests. Evaluate inspection findings according to uniform departmental procedures. Submit findings and recommendations to the plumbing contractor and project coordinator or supervisor. Establish and develop professional relationships with plumbers, contractors, clients, homeowners, and other governmental agencies/officials. Accurately review and approve plans, drawings, and specifications of plumbing installation. Authorize the issuance of permits and contractor registrations. Compile and submit opinions and recommendations on complying with state law. Provide plumbing consultations to plumbing contractors. Communicate plumbing code information through formal training or informal communication. Distribute educational pamphlets, brochures, and booklets. Utilize various types of communication to convey plumbing information to plumbing contractors. Conduct exit conferences with plumbing contractors. Perform other divisional inspections and consultations as required by the Deputy Director of Environmental Health.

Must be detail oriented, organized, possess strong oral and written communication skills, excellent time management skills, and strong customer service skills. High School diploma or equivalent required. Must meet the state minimum requirements for application for the State of Ohio Certified Plumbing Inspector certification and obtain this certification within 180-days of hire; or have at least three (3) years of practical and verifiable experience in the installation of plumbing systems, within 90-days of hire successfully apply for and receive a trainee certification from the Ohio Board of Building Standards, and within three (3) years of hire successfully complete and pass the Plumbing Inspector examination. A valid Ohio Driver’s License, valid auto liability insurance, the ability to maintain auto liability insurance, and the ability to maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy essential. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and move objects, equipment, files and/or packages weighing up to 25 unassisted and up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, send resume to: [email protected]; or Union County Health Department, Attn: Human Resources, 940 London Ave., Suite 1100, Marysville, OH 43040.

The Union County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, veteran or military status, national origin, age (40 or over), disability, genetic information, or other protected criteria.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Application Question(s):

• Are you a State of Ohio Certified Plumbing Inspector?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Plumbing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Marysville, OH 43040 (Required)

Work Location: In person