What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLUMBING INSPECTOR I (5131) position at Jefferson Parish?
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF INSPECTION AND CODE ENFORCEMENT.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.Inspects and reports on plumbing systems, tunnels, and plans for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and ordinances. Issues corrections and violation notices to those without proper permits. Receives and investigates complaints as well as provide information to plumbing contractors and property owners regarding codes, standards, ordinances and the permitting process. Employee also schedules inspections, test plumbing systems for back-flow, and approves systems for use. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Employees will also be required to obtain certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Plumbing Inspector or Commercial Plumbing Inspector prior to the completion of their probationary period.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
POSTING NO. 5131-07R
DATE: 10/24/2008
AMENDED:04/04/14
RE-OPENED: 08/09/24
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.Inspects and reports on plumbing systems, tunnels, and plans for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and ordinances. Issues corrections and violation notices to those without proper permits. Receives and investigates complaints as well as provide information to plumbing contractors and property owners regarding codes, standards, ordinances and the permitting process. Employee also schedules inspections, test plumbing systems for back-flow, and approves systems for use. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Employees will also be required to obtain certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Plumbing Inspector or Commercial Plumbing Inspector prior to the completion of their probationary period.
Applicants must meet one (1) of the following:
A. Possession of, or eligibility to obtain (through previously successful regulatory examination), a current State Master Plumber's License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana;
B. Possession of a current Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana, PLUS, five (5) years of paid work experience in the plumbing trade licensed as a Journeyman Plumber.Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
POSTING NO. 5131-07R
DATE: 10/24/2008
AMENDED:04/04/14
RE-OPENED: 08/09/24
Salary : $43,314 - $51,977
