Salary: $34,159.00 - $52,605.00 Annually
Location : Little Rock, AR
Job Type: Full Time- Regular Position
Job Number: PL-2025-05
Department: Planning Department
Division: Building Codes
Opening Date: 05/12/2025
Closing Date: 5/21/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Supervisory Responsibility?: No
On-Line Applications Only?: Yes
Department:: Planning & Development
Grade: 527

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation
This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: To inspect plumbing and gas systems of new commercial and residential buildings, remodeling projects and building additions for compliance with all applicable City and State Plumbing Codes.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspects construction of commercial and residential buildings in all stages of construction to ensure that plumbing fixtures, materials and installations are in compliance with all applicable City and State Plumbing Codes.
2. Inspects plumbing and gas systems for remodeling projects and additions to buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable plumbing codes.
3. Inspects pipes and connections to ensure that the type and size of the material used are in compliance with all applicable codes and that connections were properly completed.
4. Inspects residences for code compliance and unsafe plumbing conditions as requested; notifies owners of violations found; notifies utility companies to remove service for dangerous violations.
5. Inspects commercial buildings for plumbing facilities designed for use by handicapped individuals as required by City ordinance.
6. Answers questions and provides information to citizens regarding Departmental operations and procedures.
7. Receives calls requesting inspections; reviews permits to ensure that proper permit and inspection fees have been paid.
8. Prepares a daily route and list of inspections to be completed.
9. Issues a stop order for installations not in compliance with applicable codes; attaches a stop work card to the building permit listing defects which must be corrected and notifies the plumber or contractor verbally, if possible.
10. Reinspects initially denied projects for compliance with code after a reinspection fee is paid.
11. Collects evidence of code violations and reviews cases with the supervisor before issuance of warrants or citations; issues approved warrants or citations to persons responsible for code violations.
12. Reviews licenses of persons performing plumbing activities at construction sites to ensure proper licensing; notifies appropriate State agencies of persons performing plumbing activities without proper license.
13. Maintains a daily log listing the number and types of inspections, projects approved and defects requiring a stop order.
14. Answers questions and provides information about Plumbing Codes for plumbers, contractors and members of the public.
15. Operates a computer to enter and receive data relating to code numbers and inspections.
16. Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school and two (2) years of experience in performing plumbing and gas inspections for compliance with plumbing and gas codes and regulations, or related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess an Arkansas State License as a Journeyman Plumber before employment AND possess certification as an Arkansas State Plumbing Inspector from the Arkansas Department of Health within one (1) year of employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. OR
• Must possess certification as an Arkansas State Plumbing Inspector from the Arkansas Department of Health before employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position.AND
• Must possess Citation Authority Certification within one (1) year of employment and maintain certifications for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

DISCLAIMER:

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
SECONDARY DUTIES

1. Performs other related duties as required.

Application Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of standard plumbing practices, principles, equipment, and materials.
• Knowledge of national, state, and local plumbing and gas codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and standard practices of the plumbing trade.
• Knowledge of the policies and procedures for issuing citations and warrants.
• Knowledge of safety standards and methods of plumbing and gas systems for commercial and residential buildings.
• Knowledge of computer fundamentals and business software, including word processing software.
• Skill in the operation of a computer, utilizing word processing software.
• Skill in the operation of pressure gauges.
• Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission vehicle.
• Ability to inspect plumbing fixtures, materials and installations for new construction, building repairs, and remodeling projects to ensure compliance with plumbing codes and regulations.
• Ability to locate specific inspection sites from maps and descriptions.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans and blueprints.
• Ability to maintain hard copy and computer files and records
• Ability to maintain accurate reports and records.
• Ability to identify plumbing and gas code violations and take corrective action.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with contractors, plumbers, fellow employees and members of the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB

The physical demand characteristics and activities indicated below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
City of Little Rock Benefits
Non-Uniformed NON-Union Eligible Full-Time Employees
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) -The City pays the eintire cost of employee only health insurance for the base plan. Higher levels of health coverage and dependent coverage is available at the employee's option; the City pays part of the cost of this additional coverage.

Life Insurance - The City pays the total cost of employee life insurance. Amount of coverage is one to three times salary, based on job classification.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) - The City pays the total cost for employee AD&D. Amount of coverage is one times salary.

Long-Term Disability - The City pays the total cost of long-term disability insurance. Amount of coverage is 60% of salary.

Retirement - Our 401a pension plan requires contributions by both the City and the employee.

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave may be used for vacation, personal illness, funeral Leave/attendance, illness of a family member or other personal business.

Generous leave accruals with carry over capability.
Short-Term Disability Leave

Short-Term Disability (STD) can be used for extended personal illness requiring the employee to be absent more than three (3) days (with acceptable medical documentation).

All full-time non-uniformed non-union eligible employees earn STD at the rate of six (6) days per year.

After five (5) years of service, an employee will receive 2% of the STD account (maximum 1,000 hours) per years of service, upon termination of employment.

Longevity

Longevity pay will be paid at the rate of $4 per month for each year of service up to and including the fifth (5th) year and $6 per month for each year of service beginning at six (6) years and for each year thereafter.
01

Do you possess or will you be able to obtain a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you currently possess Citation Authority Certification? (Not required first day on the job; must be able to obtain within one year of employment.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently possess an Arkansas State Plumbing Inspector certification or be able to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess or will you be able to obtain valid Arkansas State License as a Journeyman Plumber before employment?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience dealing with and resolving customer complaints or issues?

• Yes
• No

06

If yes, please describe all relevant experience including tenure, job duties, and employers. Ensure this information is included in your online work history. If no experience, please enter N/A.
07

Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience in performing plumbing and gas inspections for compliance with plumbing and gas codes and regulations, or related areas?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes, please describe all relevant experience including tenure, job duties, and employers. Ensure this information is included in your online work history. If no experience, please enter N/A.
09

How did you find out about this particular position?

• LRJobs.LittleRock.gov
• Facebook/Social Media
• Arkansas Business
• KARK4/FOX16 Social Media Live
• Newspaper (Arkansas Democrat Gazette or El Latino)
• City Employee
• Friend or relative who does not work for the City
• Internet Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing)
• Career Builder/Indeed
• Government Jobs
• Indeed
• College/University Career Page
• Career Fair
• Virtual Job Fair
• Career Counselor (Military or Goodwill, Workforce)
• Re-entry Program (Community Programs)
• Department of Workforce Services
• Professional Association
• Other

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