Plumbing Inspector PTOC

HR Green•McHenry, IL

5d•$36 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

HR Green is looking to add a part-time, on-call Plumbing Inspector to their team. The Plumbing Inspector is responsible for performing a variety of routine and complex building inspection work to ensure compliance with current building codes and ordinances. This role works under the general supervision of the Building and Code Manager.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

College and/or business coursework is preferred.
Certification as an Illinois EPA Cross-Connection Control Inspector, other certifications including Mechanical Inspector, Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, etc. are a plus.

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 in order to correct problems resulting from code violations, code interpretations or an ambiguity in the approved plans.
Coordinates or assists in administration of local Illinois EPA cross-connection control program, sewer lateral rebate program, and flood control rebate program as directed.
Performs related duties as required.