CITY OF ELKHART – JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT Building & Code POSITION Plumbing Inspector DIVISION Building & Code STATUS Full-time CATEGORY Salaried, Up to $69,100 FLSA Exempt REPORTS TO Building Commissioner DATE 2025 JOB SUMMARY The Plumbing Inspector shall be appointed by the Mayor per City Ordinance. The authority, power and duties imposed on such Inspector and the provisions of the ordinance shall extend to and include any plumbing or house drainage, private sewer or plumbing work about to be done or being constructed on any premises, and the same for the purposes of the ordinance shall extend over all premises and to the boundary line of the public ways. During their term as Plumbing Inspector, they shall not be actively engaged in the plumbing business nor shall they have a financial interest in any plumbing business. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • The Ordinance shall be administered by the Plumbing Inspector who shall take such action as may be reasonable and necessary to secure compliance. • Supervise and witness all plumbing pressure tests. • Condemn and order the removal of unsanitary plumbing, and provide notice to Plumbers or owners concerning condemnation and orders of removal. • Condemn and order the correction of poor workmanship. • Provide notice to Plumbers and/or owners concerning correction of poor workmanship. • Inspect and determine code compliance of all new and replacement plumbing. • Leave or give notice of approval or non approval of plumbing installation. Also see “Plumbing Code of the City of Elkhart, Indiana” Ordinance Number 3713. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Oversee the registration of licensed plumbers, Journeymen and Apprentice plumbers. • The power, duty and authority to investigate incidents where violations of the Ordinance are thought to have occurred. • Administer plumbing test to any owner occupier who applies for a permit. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • The Plumbing Inspector shall be a practical plumber licensed by the State of Indiana who has at least ten (10) years actual experience either as a plumber or as an inspector of plumbing. The Plumbing Inspector shall obtain inspector’s certification from a recognized certification agency, within two (2) years of hire. • Must have valid driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • The inspector should be familiar with current plumbing code and proposed plumbing code changes. • He/she shall be familiar with current methods of plumbing installation, installation practices, and materials. • Attend plumbing seminars and expositions, plumbing code meetings and plumbing related events. • He/she should be familiar with preexisting plumbing codes. • The Inspector should be familiar with once common but no longer code approved plumbing materials, installation methods, and installation practices. • Attend meetings of local Plumbers organizations. • He/she should be able to foster good plumbing practices. • Must be able to foster good relationships with local plumbers. PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL SKILLS • The inspector should be capable of traveling to field sites, able to see the installation, and ability to process the visual input and then reconcile it with approved methods of installation. • Cognitive skills required to know what methods are approved. WORKING CONDITIONS • Work is performed in a 40 plus hours per week and divided between the office and construction sites. • Inspections are performed inside and outside in all weather and building conditions, including cold, dampness, dirt, noise, odors, and exposure to hazards. • Inspector should be able to negotiate in and around construction sites, recognize and take precautions around work place hazards. POST OFFER TESTING REQUIRED • The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment). • Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required. POLICY STATEMENT • The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions. • This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. • This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
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See More Details >>WHY WORK FOR SUMMERS?Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling is a continually growing company with tons of opportunity for personal and professional growth! Our team is close-knit, and we strive to promote excellence as we interact with our customers. Come grow with us! We offer employees an outstanding compensation package with paid holidays, vacations, health and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401K with company match, AND we are EMPLOYEE OWNED (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)!We are also honored to have made the Best Places to Work in Indiana list this year!$$$ COMPETITIVE BASE PAY PLUS SPIFFS AND COMMISSIONS! $$$ OUR CORE VALUES!Integrity: We do the right thing, even when no one is looking.Ownership: We take responsibility for the growth of our team, the organization and ourselves. Service: We take the extra step to go above and beyond what is expected of us.Job Duties: Communicate professionally and respectfully with customers, office staff and coworkers.Participate in on-call assignments and back-up as required.Participate in all required staff meetings and training sessions.Positive attitude required and must be able to promote a professional, and friendly work environment.Work hard, smart and efficiently.Follow the outline of company policies and procedures.Wear floor savers while in the client's home. Use drop cloths to protect the client's floors while performing an installation. Always maintain a neat work area where you are working. Re-check each aspect of an installation before leaving the job to prevent unnecessary callbacks after the job is finished. Use the Installation Excellence Form for re-checking. Always explain the system to the client when finished with an installation and make sure that they are 100% satisfied with the work. Always be safety conscious both on the job and while driving, and make sure that the assistant installer is also working safely and neatly. Maintain a production level minimum as determined by management and the annual plan. Perform full system change-outs in a timely fashion as determined by the manager. Keep trucks neat and clean on the inside and outside at all times. Must adhere to all company policies and codes when performing installation jobs. Other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Must be able to lift and maneuver equipment up to 100 lbs.Must be able to crawl, climb, kneel, squat, bend and reach overheadMust be able to climb and work on laddersMust be able to use hand and power tools Must be able to braze and solder equipment as needed Drug testing, background checks and valid driver's license are conditions of employment.
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Elkhart, IN, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $29.59 per hour. In Elkhart, IN, apprentices earn an average of $1,196 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,884. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals.
