PLUMBING INSPECTOR I – Jefferson Parish

Title of the Job: PLUMBING INSPECTOR I

Location: Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Description: Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Purpose of AnnouncementEXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF INSPECTION AND CODE ENFORCEMENT.This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.Kind of WorkInspects and reports on plumbing systems, tunnels, and plans for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and ordinances. Issues corrections and violation notices to those without proper permits. Receives and investigates complaints as well as provide information to plumbing contractors and property owners regarding codes, standards, ordinances and the permitting process. Employee also schedules inspections, test plumbing systems for back-flow, and approves systems for use. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.Employees will also be required to obtain certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Plumbing Inspector or Commercial Plumbing Inspector prior to the completion of their probationary period.Minimum Qualifications For Admission to ExaminationApplicants must meet one (1) of the following:A. Possession of, or eligibility to obtain (through previously successful regulatory examination), a current State Master Plumber’s License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana;
B. Possession of a current Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana, PLUS, five (5) years of paid work experience in the plumbing trade licensed as a Journeyman Plumber.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.Kind of Examination(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
POSTING NO. 5131-07R
DATE: 10/24/2008
AMENDED:04/04/14
RE-OPENED: 08/09/24Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:Application OfficesEast Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITSVacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year’s salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees’ Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.01The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check “yes” to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02Please select the option below which best describes your possession of a current State Master Plumber’s License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana.

• I possess a current Louisiana State Master Plumber’s License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana.
• I have taken and passed the regulatory examination required for the State Master Plumber’s license but have not been issued the license.
• I do not possess any of the above qualifications.

03Please select the option below which best describes your possession of a current Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana.

• I possess a current Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana.
• I do not currently possess a Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana.

04How many years of paid work experience do you have in the plumbing trade as a licensed Journeyman Plumber?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

05Describe your work experience in the plumbing trade licensed as a Journeyman Plumber. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained as well as the duties performed.06To help with our future recruitment efforts please answer the following question: How did you learn about this particular job opening? (Choose all that apply)

Company Name: Jefferson Parish

Salary: $37201 – 44641 per year

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