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Salary: See Position Description
Location : Throughout St. Louis County, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-00004
Department: Transportation and Public Works
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
St. Louis County Public Works has an immediate opening for a Plumbing Inspector within their Code Enforcement division. This position is responsible for performing inspections of plumbing and drainage systems and components to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, plans and specifications.
The typical starting salary will be between $23.10 - $27.72 per hour and will be based on experience and qualifications. As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, four weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan and more. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit:
Examples of Duties

• Inspect plumbing and drainage systems and components including primary and alternative fixtures and materials
• Evaluate methods and practices of installation or rehabilitation
• Prepare accurate reports, maintains records, prepares violation notices and hearing documentation
• Testify in court if necessary
• Perform related work as required

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of five+ years of experience in the plumbing trade
• Equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered
• Applicants should possess basic computer skills and knowledge
  SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess a current, valid driver's license

Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at We only accept on-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th FloorClayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity EmployerFax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
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Completion of the application and supplemental questions are required to fully present and explain your relevant job qualifications. Please understand the 1) Education, 2) Certificates and Licenses, and 3) Work Experience sections must be thoroughly completed, as applicable, to be given consideration for this position. Please respond with "Yes" if you understand these requirements.
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Do you possess a current, valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?

• Yes
• No

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How many moving violations have you had in the last 3 years?
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This position requires use of your personal vehicle and provides mileage reimbursement and the established federal rate. Do you have transportation that you are willing/able to use for these purposes?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization.If this does not apply to you, simply enter N/A.
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