Plumbing Inspector- Building Department

Plumbing Inspector / Plan Examiner

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• Reviews plans, blueprints and specifications to ensure compliance with Michigan Plumbing Code, ICC A117.1 standards and City codes.
• Performs on-site inspections of plumbing systems to ensure proper installation and conformity to approved plans
• Attends pre-construction meetings with architects, engineers, owners and contractors.
• Advises plumbing contractors, builders and the public regarding plumbing codes, barrier free standards, permits, and the proper installation of materials, etc.
• Prepares correspondence, reports and maintains detailed records.
• Review sewer bid specifications for city sewer loan program.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess ACT 407 Plumbing Inspector / Plan Examiner registration from the State of Michigan.
• Experience in plumbing inspection sufficient to effect through knowledge of rules, regulations, codes and ordinances governing plumbing and sewer systems, as well as understanding and use of specifications, blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to learn dedicated department program (BS&A), related experience a plus.
• Sufficient analytical, cognitive and physical skills to effectively perform the essential functions of the position in the stated environment, with or without accommodation.
• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of Michigan Plumbing Codes and related standards and the ability to apply this knowledge in the field and plan review.
• Must possess a Valid Michigan Driver's license and meet the City of Southfield Driving Standards.
• Must possess a proactive, public service attitude and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

City of Southfield Driving Standards link: City of Southfield (Download PDF reader)

We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!

City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary

OVERVIEW

Mandatory Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out

Supplemental Benefits:
Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus

Blended Pension Plan Employees
- Defined Benefit SERS
1.5% Multiplier for all years of service3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement
10 Years Vesting 5% Employee Contribution
- Defined Contribution 401a Mission Square 3% 401 a City Contribution 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum)5 Year Vesting Schedulehttps://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Retirement Health Savings
- Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month.https:// - 5 years of years of service: 50% vested6 years of service: 75% vested7 years of service: 100% vested

Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation.

Life Insurance Met Life
- The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule:

- AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636:$50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance

Medical Elections
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025)
Community Blue PPO 10

Community Blue PPO 12

Community Blue PPO 15

HAP HMO
- Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health insurance 1stday of the next month of hire date.

Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment.

COBRA coverage through TASC – in the event of separation– you are…