Plumber Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

ASSISTANT CHIEF PLUMBING INSPECTOR, PR

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $12,006.97 p/m

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on July 20, 2026.

This position is open to the public and all current city employees covered under the City's Collective Bargaining Agreement with the CHICAGO JOURNEYMAN PLUMBERS, LOCAL 130 (BARGAINING UNIT #16).

Only employees currently in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS:

Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

* Under direction, assists in directing and coordinating Plumbing Inspectors In-Charge and their staff engaged in reviewing building plans/plumbing specifications and inspecting plumbing systems to ensure water service pipe installations and connections are following the plumbing provisions and sanitation requirements of the municipal building code.

• Assists in prioritizing, scheduling, and assigning building plan reviews and plumbing inspections to supervisors and their staff based on complexity, urgency, and staff availability.
• Interprets and explains complex plumbing provisions of the municipal building code to contractors, building owners, and staff.
• Examines plan reviews, inspection reports, and citations approved by supervisors for completeness and appropriateness.
• Consults with staff and contractors on complex plan reviews and code compliance inspections.
• Reviews productivity reports and assists in making reassignments to ensure work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participates in the development and implementation of work methods and standards for conducting building plan reviews and code enforcement inspections.
• Coordinates and participates in conducting staff training on inspection and plan review procedures.
• Completes performance appraisals for supervisory level staff and initiates and administers corrective or disciplinary action as required.
• Oversee the updating and maintenance of inspection reports, complaints, and citations.
• Supervises the preparation of work reports on code enforcement activities.
• Participates in overseeing special task force inspections.
• Testifies at administrative hearings as an expert witness on the plumbing provisions of the municipal building code.
• Participate in streamlining departmental procedures, creating cost efficiencies, and improving customer service.
• Responds to atypical inquiries regarding inspections and building plan reviews.
• Review plumbing products for code compliance.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: Bureau of Operations and Distribution

Days: Varies

Hours: Varies

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

Seven (7) years as a licensed Plumber in the State of Illinois, PLUS four (4) years of journey-level plumbing inspection work experience, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

* A valid plumber license issued by either the State of Illinois or the City of Chicago is required.

* Valid certification as a Plumbing Inspector by Illinois Department of Public Health is required at the time of hire.

* Must obtain and maintain a license issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency as a Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector within six months of hire.

* A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.

* Must have the permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured including a clause specifically insuring the City of Chicago from accident liability.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Ability to walk and stand for extended or continuous periods of time

* Ability to climb staircases, ladders, and/or step stools

* Ability to access multi-level structures and other spaces (e.g., roofs, basements, tanks, field equipment, cramped quarters)

Selection Requirements: This position requires bidders to successfully complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

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