Assistant Plumbing Inspector - SR

Assistant Plumbing Inspector – SR-16

County of Hawaii – Two immediate permanent full‑time vacancies in Hilo and Kailua‑Kona.

Duties

Summary:

Inspects and tests plumbing, gas, and sewer line installations and equipment in buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with plans and specifications, plumbing code and other pertinent ordinances, and accepted safety and health standards, and performs other related duties as required.

• Receives and reviews applications for plumbing and gas permits.
• Checks and verifies information recorded on applications with related building permits on file.
• Reviews less complex plumbing and gas installation plans to determine their compatibility with code requirements.
• Inspects plumbing and gas installations in existing or new residential and small commercial and industrial buildings.
• Checks installations and equipment including sanitary plumbing systems, domestic water systems, lawn sprinkler systems, water heaters, gas piping, cesspools, and septic tanks.
• Inspects the installations of sewer lines, wet and dry standpipes, and fire sprinkler systems.
• Checks for detective materials and for size and type of pipes and fittings.
• Checks for grade and alignment.
• Checks installations of gas and hot water systems for quality, capacity of tanks, pressure and leakage.
• Issues notices of violations of codes and ordinances.
• Follows up on violation notices to ensure corrections are made.
• Inspects plumbing and gas installations and equipment in existing buildings.
• Provides information to plumbing contractors, owners, and others on plumbing code and regulations.
• Keeps work records and prepares reports on inspections.
• Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications.
• May assist in inspecting plumbing and gas installations and equipment in large or multi-storied buildings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Training and Experience

• Graduation from high school.
• Three (3) years of experience in inspecting or supervising plumbing installation work.
• Possession of a current State of Hawai`i Master Plumber or Journey level Plumber license at the time of filing (scan and attach a copy of your license to your application).
• Possession of a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class
  3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing (you will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

• Flexible Working Arrangements:
  Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4‑10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation:
  Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave:
  Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays:
  The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development:
  The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program:
  This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
  You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan:
  The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full‑time and part‑time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation:
  Save additional money for retirement – this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax‑deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan:
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