Commercial Plumbing Inspector

Make an impact:
The City of Salem Building and Safety Division is seeking a highly skilled and detail oriented Commercial Plumbing Inspector to join our team. As a Commercial Plumbing Inspector, you will play a crucial role in the inspection of residential and commercial buildings for compliance with all plumbing codes, ordinances, standards, rules, and regulations and electronically reviews residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing plans and specifications. This position also checks the design, construction and quality of materials, and the location of plumbing systems.
Learn and grow:
We value our employees and their professional development. There are many cross-training opportunities within the department. We encourage continuing education and certification within other disciplines of the trade, structural, electrical, and mechanical.
What you will do:
The Commercial Plumbing Inspector conducts residential and Commercial Plumbing inspections and electronic plan review of plumbing plans while meeting our division's guarantees and goals. The successful candidate will inspect all types and stages of plumbing installations and plans for compliance to the Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code and other related duties as required. The candidate will also respond to inquiries from the public and other city departments.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned Plumbing Inspector with people-oriented skills who can work independently, accomplishing daily workload goals while working with on-site customers.
Additional information on job responsibilities:

• Conduct daily field inspections and re-inspections of residential and commercial buildings during the course of construction, alteration, or repair for conformance with code requirements.
• Electronically review residential and Commercial Plumbing plans and specifications using Bluebeam software.
• Complete inspection forms, prepare letters and notices of correction for remedy of deficiencies.
• Investigate complaints of code violations.
• Respond to inquiries from the public.
• Other essential job functions as required.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Position schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and meet the City of Salem's driving standards.
• Graduation from high school or trade school and two or more years of experience performing journey level (independent) work in installations, inspections, and code enforcement related to residential and Commercial Plumbing inspections and/or plan reviews.
• Plumbing Inspector III positions require: State of Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector (PI), State of Oregon Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector (or able to attain within 6 months of employment) and State of Oregon Inspector (OIC) certifications required (must maintain certifications during course of employment).

Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply):

• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Preferred certifications:
  • Residential Structural Inspector (CAS).
  • Residential Plans Examiner (CAX).
  • Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE).
  • Structural Inspector A-Level (SIA).
  • Structural Plans Examiner A-Level (PEA).

What you will bring along:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code;
• Construction site safety practices and equipment;
• Ability to read and accurately interpret complex plans, specifications, and blueprints and to reconcile them while construction is in progress;
• Ability to tactfully enforce codes and regulation;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, officials, and the public;
• Respect, seek to understand, and value individual differences to foster and support a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About us:
City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon. Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 180,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings.
A full-service City, Salem has eight primary departments:
Community Planning and Development, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community and Urban Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members. The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Community Planning and Urban Development department.
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Inspector, III or view by clicking here.
How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.
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