Plumbing Inspector I

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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.

• 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

• 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