Plumbing Inspector

Salary: $23.77 - $28.22 Hourly Location : Boise City Hall, ID Job Type: Full Time Regular Job Number: 23 -07486 Department: Planning & Development Services Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/20/2026 12:00 PM Mountain Summary Statement The City of Boise is now hiring for a new Plumbing Inspector! This role will support our growing volume of plumbing inspections and plan reviews. This role offers steady, hands-on work in the field, ensuring that residential, commercial, and industrial projects meet the plumbing and safety standards that keep our community strong. If you bring solid trade experience, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to contribute to safe, well-built neighborhoods across Boise, we invite you to join our team. Why the City of Boise? The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley: Zero-premium medical coverage for you and your family PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month 10 weeks paid parental leave $500 annual wellbeing incentive Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours' notice will be provided prior to closing. Essential Functions Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Provides team support and training as needed. Conducts plumbing inspections under the guidance of a senior inspector or supervisor, including inspections of drain, waste and vent systems, sewer and storm drainage, potable water, medical gas systems, and related equipment and fixtures to verify compliance with approved plans, material standards, and applicable codes. Assists with documenting inspection findings and creating maps for non-engineered sites or as-built residential sewer services for inclusion in permanent property records. Participates as a member of the facilities permitting team and supports project intake and review activities. May assist with limited residential mechanical inspections and erosion and sediment control inspections as assigned. Assists with the review of plumbing plans and engineering designs for compliance with local, state, and national plumbing codes and applicable regulations, under supervision. Supports coordination of plumbing design requirements with other reviewing agencies, including Public Works, Health Department, Ada County Highway District, and water purveyors. Prepares draft correction notices and assists with follow-up on identified plumbing deficiencies. Observes inspection areas for work performed without permits, proper occupancy approval, or unsafe conditions and reports findings to senior staff. Assists with inspections of permitted work in progress and projects with minimal documented activity. Supports verification of contractor and journeyman-level worker licensing on job sites and assists with responding to customer complaints related to plumbing code issues. Works collaboratively with other building division inspectors to support accurate construction site inspection records. Enters inspection results and related information into department databases under established procedures. Assists with coordinating inspection coverage to help ensure plumbing requirements are met prior to issuance of certificates of occupancy, compliance, or other final approvals. Provides information to design professionals, contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding plumbing code requirements, regulations, and permit processes, referring complex issues to senior staff as appropriate. Participates in on-site pre-construction, final, and problem-resolution meetings as assigned to gain experience and support project completion. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. RequirementsRequired Knowledge, Experience, And Training High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience as a licensed plumbing journeyman or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of: Local, state and national plumbing codes, standards, rules and ordinances installation practices and system materials Legal processes involved in the enforcement of plumbing codes and ordinances Current computer software for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email and internet applications. Ability to: Interpret and apply national, state and local code language to detect physical defects in plumbing mechanical and fuel gas installations, and recommend corrections Read and interpret plumbing plans and specifications, and accurately compare to work- in- progress to such plans Exercise technical judgment based on trade and technical experience and familiarity with a wide variety of plumbing potable water, waste and vent, sewer, and medical gas design, installation repair or maintenance problems Prioritize work and maintain an efficient daily inspection route Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including citizens, other city employees, contractors and design professionals Deal constructively with conflict and communicate effectively with people who are angry, frustrated or confused Operate current computer programs including email, word processing, internet, databases Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training Associate's degree in engineering or related field and five years of related journey level experience, governmental, third-party plumbing inspection experience. Commercial plumbing plan review certification from the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) or other approved certification board. Residential mechanical inspector certification from International Code Council (ICC). Certification as a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Medical Gas Inspector. American Water Works Association (AWWA) cross connection certification. Licensing And Other Requirements Valid state-issued driver's license. Licensed as journeyman plumber in the State of Idaho. Obtain within six months of employment residential and commercial plumbing inspector certifications from the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO). Obtain within six months of employment the City of Boise sediment control responsible person certification. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Driving Record Check Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate and rarely loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family Low-cost dental and vision options. Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: PERSI retirement benefits 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: Up to $500 cash per year for participants. Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave: 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City 12 paid holidays every year 8 hours of sick leave per month 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: Basic Life insurance at no cost to you Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts Supplemental Life Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Tuition reimbursement Free local bus pass Corporate discount programs AFLAC Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. Please visit our website for further details 01 Do you possess a valid state-issued driver's license? Yes, I have a valid driver's license. No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license. 02 Are you at least 19 years of age or older? Yes No 03 Are you licensed as a journeyman plumber in the state of Idaho, or another state where you can transfer over? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10