Plumbing Inspector PTOC

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We are looking to add a part‑time, on‑call Plumbing Inspector to our team. The Plumbing Inspector performs a variety of routine and complex building inspection work to ensure compliance with current building codes and ordinances, working under the general supervision of the Building and Code Manager.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field inspections during the progress of building construction or repair to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and codes, and makes decisions on the job site to correct any deviations.
• Reviews permit applications for plumbing, sewer, and gas line work to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and codes.
• Conducts periodic inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies to ensure that plumbing installations conform to the pertinent State and City codes.
• Conducts inspections and reports on plumbing complaints; maintains contact with contractors and health officials to foster awareness of plumbing‑related problems.
• Meets with contractors, homeowners, builders, business people, and architects and recommends plan revisions to correct problems resulting from code violations, code interpretations, or ambiguities in the approved plans.
• Coordinates or assists in administration of the local Illinois EPA cross‑connection control program, sewer lateral rebate program, and flood control rebate program as directed.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; college and/or business coursework preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in general construction and inspection of plumbing systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of State of Illinois Plumbing and related codes.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing systems and some knowledge of electrical, carpentry, concrete work, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to effectively inspect plumbing systems and read and understand complicated plumbing plans and blueprints.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare, organize, and communicate field data to reports.
• Computer proficiency and demonstrated knowledge of software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Working knowledge of general office equipment and tools, including various hand tools and equipment used for water tests during field inspections.
• Ability to set priorities, meet critical time deadlines, follow written and oral instructions, and handle business activities with discretion and integrity.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, contractors, architects, engineers, owners, and the general public.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings as needed.
• Must possess an Illinois State Plumbing License.
• Certification as an Illinois EPA Cross‑Connection Control Inspector; other certifications (Mechanical Inspector, Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, etc.) are a plus.
• Must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.

Benefits

HR Green provides a comprehensive, multi‑faceted benefits package. Detailed total rewards information is available at https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/.

Pay

Compensation range: $35.50/hr – $45.75/hr. The final agreed‑upon compensation is based on factors including individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in performance and discretionary incentive bonus programs.