Plumbing Inspector

Plumbing Inspector West Bloomfield Township, MI Job Details Full-time $63,960.00

• $86,278.

40 a year 16 hours ago Benefits 401(a) Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Basic math Full Job Description West Bloomfield Township is accepting applications for:

Position :

Plumbing Inspector/Reviewer Union :

TPOA Department:

Building Pay Level:

6.0

Salary :

$63,960.00

• 86,278.

40 (40 hours per week)

General Summary:

Under the direction of the Building Director and the immediate supervision of the Building Official, conducts on-site inspections at various locations throughout the Township to ensure full compliance with state and local plumbing codes for new construction, additions and alterations, with plans approved by the Building/Inspection Division. Assist contractors and the general public with information regarding construction and plumbing code related matters.

Basic Qualifications:

Five (5) years as an active, licensed Master Plumber in the pluming trades or a Bachelor degree required in the Engineering Field or a closely related field. Special Qualifications

• Act 407 certification.

(Plumbing Inspector / Plan Reviewer) The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria. Additional experience or education may be substituted. Representative Duties and Responsibilities which may be considered Essential Function(s):

Clerical Answers:

phones, inquiries concerning plumbing codes, inspection procedures.

Enters:

inspection data into databases.

Technical Advises:

contractors, citizens, and management on township requirements for plumbing code compliance, construction procedures, completing applications and corrections to gain compliance to meet required standards.

Reviews:

permit applications, backflow prevention, permit plans and building plans.

Approves:

on-site conditions for certificates of occupancy.

Consults:

with management concerning violations or other problems.

Coordinates:

issues with contractors and residents during construction process or complaints.

Inspects:

/ re-inspects sites for compliance with state and local plumbing codes, approved plans and specifications.

Investigates:

citizen and other complaints regarding violations of plumbing complaints.

Issues:

violation notices for non-compliance with plumbing codes or plan violations.

Prepares:

reports on plumbing inspection matters as required. Special Items May perform the duties of other inspection personnel in the department as assigned. May be assigned unique tasks to the department within the competency level of the other tasks described in this document Attends classes to maintain Act 407 certification The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Performs other related duties as required. Basic Qualifications Bachelor degree required in the Engineering field or a closely related field, or five (5) years as an active, licensed Master Plumber in the plumbing trades. (

Note:

This requirement does not apply to current Township employees). Special Qualifications

• Act 407 certification.

[Plumbing Inspector / Plan Reviewer] The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria. Additional experience or education may be substituted on a two for one basis to meet minimum requirements. See ADA requirements for additional requirements.

Equipment and Tools Used:

Automobiles, blueprints, diagrams, federal, state and local code books, tape measures, camera and personal computers.

Abilities:

Math

• An understanding of percentages, fractions, ratios, rates, measurements and calculations is required. Reading
• Ability to read and comprehend moderately complex manuals and instructions provided by vendors in support of equipment, hardware and tools. Ability to read blueprints and maps. Writing
• Ability to write complex instructions and communicate problems, procedures for supervision or citizens. Speaking
• Ability to clearly communicate information and questions related to all aspects of the job in person and over the phone using correct English.

Benefits :

We have a generous benefit package that includes Blue Cross medical, prescription, dental, vision, short/long term disability, $50,000 life insurance, 12% employer 401 (a), and MERS retirement healthcare savings plan. In addition, we provide paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holidays. Applications can be found on our website at or at the Human Resources Department, 4550 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Applicants must complete an employment application to be considered for this position. Resumes alone are not sufficient.

Physical Requirements:

(considered moderate work) Lifting

• up to 30 pounds on an occasional basis. Moving
• ability to transfer/push materials up to 100 lbs by pushing. Movement
• Ability to maneuver as necessary to inspect materials, buildings, and facilities. Kneeling, stooping, reaching, climbing required. Walking
• frequently; Standing
• frequently; Sitting
• occasionally; Riding in vehicle
• frequently Use of hands
• frequently Reaching
• frequently Vision
• near and far vision required, color vision required. Hearing
• must be able to hear and understand normal speech in same room and on phone.

Environment and Hazards:

Heights

• frequently. Noise
• moderate equipment noise frequently, not requiring ear protection. Building Hazards
• occasionally. Traffic Hazards
• occasionally. Dust
• occasionally Extreme outdoor temperatures
• occasionally. Moving equipment hazards
• occasionally. Slip Hazards
• occasionally. Electrical hazards
• rarely. Caustic chemicals
• rarely. Atmosphere hazards
• rarely. High Pressure Lines
• rarely. Biohazards
• rarely. Weapons
• no. Dangerous persons
• no.

The Charter Township of West Bloomfield values diversity in its workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran's status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws.

Salary/Compensation:

$63,960

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