Plumbing Inspector

Agency Contact Name and Information: molly.williams@com.ohio.gov or 614-995-7009

Unposting Date

Sep 12, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County

Other Locations

United States of America-OHIO-Greene County, United States of America-OHIO-Montgomery County, United States of America-OHIO-Madison County, United States of America-OHIO-Clark County

Compensation: $31.47 - $46.08

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Plumbing Trade

Technical Skills: Machinery Operation, Code Enforcement, Customer Service, Plumbing Trade

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Problem Solving

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making an IMPACT for the customer:

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork

Job Description

What You'll Do: This position will service Franklin, Madison, Greene, Montgomery, and Clark Counties.

The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensure Ohioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions and municipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code; conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulating ski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured Homes Program, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimum wage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs.

• Conducts field inspections of plumbing & drainage installations in public & commercial buildings to ensure compliance with approved plans.

• Coordinates inspections with building & plumbing inspectors during course of building construction when needed.

• Provides consultative services to local health officials concerning code requirements & safety practices.

• Informs owner &/or contractor of violations of plumbing codes & standards on their structures or approved plans.

• Recommends options to meet requirements & offers assistance to alleviate problems.

• Reviews construction documents approved by the Bureau for new construction, alterations or changes of occupancy to existing facilities.

• Ensures construction documents comply with plumbing codes & all phases of construction follow approved specifications & plans.

• Consults periodically with building owners, architects, contractors & local officials concerning violations found at construction sites or at existing buildings.

• Completes inspection reports electronically (e.g., monthly, expense, activity, vehicle).

• Maintain files of records & information related to plumbing inspections (e.g., annual inspection; licensing & certification).

• Operates motor vehicle to travel throughout the state to learn to inspect buildings.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Certified as Plumbing & Medical Gas Inspector; 6 mos. exp. in inspection of plumbing installation & drainage in accordance with state regulations; 6 mos. training or 6 mos. exp. in public relations; valid driver's license.

-or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above may be substituted for the experience requirements other than those required by the revised code.

Please note: an agility assessment will be conducted to ensure capability to endure hazardous elements of this position

Supplemental Information

Applications must clearly indicate how the applicant meets the minimum qualification for the position. If you meet minimum qualification due to educational achievement, please submit a copy of your unofficial transcript(s) with your application. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by information provided in the work experience &/or education sections on your civil service application. Please do not use “see resume” as a substitution for the completed application; assumptions will not be made.

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ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.