Salary: $29.94 - $37.04 Hourly
Location : City of Flint
Job Type: Part-Time Permanent
Job Number: 23-00131B
Department: Planning and Development
Division: Building & Safety Development
Opening Date: 10/12/2023
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: 1600
Job Level: 44-L-046
DESCRIPTION
Inspects plumbing activities to enforce safety regulations and assure compliance with all applicable City and State codes and regulations; performs related work as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspects plumbing, cross-connection and sewer installations for approved materials and accepted practices and procedures.
   
2. Inspects plumbing and sewer installations, alterations and repairs during construction for compliance with applicable City and State codes.
   
3. Observes tests of completed installations for compliance to plumbing codes and standards. Inspects existing installations and equipment as directed.
   
4. Records defective material and workmanship, issues orders for correction of defects or issues code violation notices as necessary, and makes re-inspections to ensure compliance with code requirements.
   
5. Reviews state and city contractor's license for compliance with state law and city ordinances.
   
6. Advises plumbing contractors, builders, and the general public as to the interpretation of the plumbing code and acceptable installation methods.
   
7. Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports; conducts correspondence; and issues written violation notices and court appearance tickets.
   
8. Reviews, assists, and issues permits for plumbing installations and activities as required.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Two years (2) full-time paid work experience performing plumbing work at journeyman (after journeyman license was earned) or master journeyman level.
2. Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the installation of plumbing equipment.
3. Knowledge of plumbing regulations enforceable by the State and City Ordinances.
4. Ability to understand, interpret and explain plumbing codes related to State and Municipal regulations and procedures.
5. Ability to read and understand plumbing plans and specifications.
6. Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, Journey and the general public.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Possession of a State of Michigan Plumbing (Journey/Master) License.
• Must register with State of Michigan within 30 days of employment or be registered as an inspector by the State.
• Possession of a valid State of Michigan Driver's license.
• Employee may be required to provide own transportation.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operated objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver's License, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration. Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint. Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
The job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. It is also not an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
The City of Flint recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits will be provided based upon employment status.
Benefits offered include the following:
Retirement Program: City of Flint eligible employees participate in the MERS hybrid plan. The MERS Hybrid Plan offers you two important tools. The stability and security of a defined benefit plan, combined with the flexibility and investment choice of a defined contribution plan to help you achieve your retirement goals. At retirement, you'll receive a modest lifetime defined benefit (DB) and a separate defined contribution (DC) account you manage.
The DC plan requires an employee pretax irrevocable contribution of 1%-5% (Exempts employees contribute 5%). The employer pays the DB portion and matches the employee's DC contribution. (Maximum employer match is capped at 10% for both the DB & DC. DB is always funded first). Employee contributions are 100% vested. Employer DC contributions vest at 20% per year and fully vest after 5 years. DB portion vests after 6 years and is payable at age 60. The City of Flint is a reciprocal employer under Act 88
Insurance Benefits: The City of Flint offers medical insurance (HAP and BCBS of Michigan), dental and vision to eligible employees, their spouses, and qualified dependents. Life & AD&D and short-term disability are available for free to eligible employees after six months of employment. The City of Flint offers a $100 per month opt-out payment for any employee who has other insurance coverage through a spouse or former employer and chooses not to take the City's medical insurance.
Eligible employees can also enroll in flexible spending accounts for both medical and dependents. They have immediate access to the full amount selected while paying back that amount with pre-tax payroll deductions over the following year.
City of Flint eligible employees also participate in an HCSP plan for future retiree health care costs. Employees contribute $600 pre-tax yearly ($23.08 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages) and the employer matches $1500 yearly ($57.70 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages). This plan is available for use after termination of employment. (The employer match is vested 20% each year and 100% vested after 5 years.)
EAP: The Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is designed to help employees, their spouses or live-in partners and their dependents through the age of 26 with the many personal/work challenges that we all encounter from time to timeThe Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is confidential, and no cost to eligible employees, spouses/partners or covered dependents.
Voluntary Plans: The City of Flint also allows eligible employees to participate in voluntary supplemental programs. Aflac, Colonial, Equitable 457 plan and Mission Square 457 plans are available to employees. The 457 plans require pre-tax deductions. The 457 plans also allow employees to borrow up to 50% of their balance with a 5-year repayment schedule.
Professional Development: Eligible employees can apply for a $500 educational reimbursement per calendar year. Curriculums must be job-related courses from an accredited educational institution while maintaining a full-time employment status.
Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of the City of Flint, you may be allowed to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you qualify is available from the US Department of Education.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day. (** Sworn Officers receive Easter Sunday holiday instead of New Year's Eve holiday).
PTO (Paid Time Off): PTO is provided according to union contracts and/or exempt policies to eligible employees. Earned PTO balances carry over each year and are paid out at termination for any employee with 6-month seniority.
Flex (Comp Time): Sworn Officers are allowed to bank overtime at 1.5 hours x hours worked. Flex time is used as leave time and the employee is paid out for any unused eligible hours at termination.
01

Do you have two years (2) full-time paid work experience performing plumbing work at journeyman (after journeyman license was earned) or master journeyman level?If yes, document relevant experience

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have possession of a State of Michigan Plumbing (Journey/Master) License?If yes, upload license

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Michigan Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04

I understand I must register with State of Michigan within 30 days of employment or be registered as an inspector by the State?

• Yes
• No

05

I understand I may be required to provide my own transportation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question