Job ID: 31968 Agency: Labor & Regulation - Plumbing Commission Location: Rapid City, Box Elder, Custer, Hill City, or Hot Springs, SD Salary: $30.00-$31.31/hr, depending on qualifications Pay Grade: I Closing Date: Open Until Filled Plumbing Inspectors keep the citizens of South Dakota safe by ensuring plumbing installations meet the requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code. This position has daily contact with licensees and members of the public working under homeowner permits. This position will cover (but are not limited to) the following counties: Fall River, Ogalala Lakota, Bennett, Jackson, Custer, and Pennington. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position with the Department of Labor & Regulation - Plumbing Commission. This position involves extensive travel daily (some overnight stays will be expected). The incumbent must be able to do onsite inspections, which may include ladders in and out of construction site basements or crawlspaces. For more information on the Department of Labor & Regulation - Plumbing Commission, please visit https://dlr.sd.gov/plumbing/default.aspx . Licenses and Certifications: • Active Plumber or Plumbing Contractor license. • Valid Driver's license. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: • 2 years of experience as a licensed Plumber or Plumbing Contractor, ability to plan efficient inspection routes to minimize driving time, good time management skills, and ability to effectively communicate. Knowledge of: • Uniform Plumbing Code; and • applicable laws, rules, and local ordinances governing plumbing regulations and installations. Skill to: • apply the plumbing code during inspections of installations; and • computer and keyboarding to write understandable and sufficiently detailed reports documenting inspection results and discrepancies. Ability to: • thoroughly inspect plumbing installation work; • communicate the results of inspections clearly and effectively; • establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, licensees, and co-workers; • plan inspection routes to ensure inspections are performed in a timely manner while minimizing driving time and wait time for inspections. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=1X7 You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus 'An Equal Opportunity Employer' #LI-Onsite
See More Details >>BONUS OFFERED! RELOCATION TO CHAMBERLAIN! We are seeking Full Time Licensed Plumbers with great mechanical and problem solving skills. Must be reliable. Pay is competitive and based on experience. We also offer benefit packages, vacation time, and bonuses. Please send resume to: rhopkins@midstatesd.net or click to Apply. Requirements: Experience as a plumber. Bonus if have a plumbing license or willing to take a plumbing test. Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills #hc115234
See More Details >>BONUS OFFERED! RELOCATION TO CHAMBERLAIN! We are seeking Full Time Licensed Plumbers with great mechanical and problem solving skills. Must be reliable. Pay is competitive and based on experience. We also offer benefit packages, vacation time, and bonuses. Please send resume to: rhopkins@midstatesd.net or click to Apply. Requirements: Experience as a plumber. Bonus if have a plumbing license or willing to take a plumbing test. Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills #hc68110 About the Company: Hopkins Plumbing & Heating
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines 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 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections indicating a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Pierre, SD, apprentices earn an average of $500 per week, with experienced plumbers earning around $61,550 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and industry programs help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
