Plumbing Inspector

Competition number: 25-127

Salary: $81,127.00 - $89,498.00/Year

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: January 29, 2026

Position Overview:

This service area is a public service offered to those engaging in a development, construction, renovation, demolition, or change of occupancy project within City limits.

Under the direction of the Building Inspector or designate, the position is responsible for conducting plans examinations and progress inspections pertaining to plumbing installations. The position is also responsible for the administration of the Plumbing By-Law. This position will, on an as-needed basis, determine compliance with a variety of property-related by-laws.

The incumbent in this position will:

• Review plans and drawings relating to plumbing permit applications to ensure conformance to the National Plumbing Code of Canada and Plumbing By-law.
• Determine if work related to the design approved during the permitting process is being completed in accordance with the approved design.
• Determine if properties comply with a variety of property-related by-laws.
• Work with individuals/property owners to achieve compliance with these standards before more corrective actions are determined to be required.

This position works collaboratively in a team environment to deliver excellent customer service while meeting departmental service delivery targets.

Essential Qualifications:

• Must have a Journeyman Level in plumbing, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Systems, and a Class 5 Driver's License is required.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification in backflow prevention and cross connection control through a recognized agency.
• Must be able to communicate and deal with many and varied types of people in an effective manner under sometimes difficult conditions.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports on inspections made.
• Must be able to read, understand, apply, and convey data derived from plans, blueprints, maps, specifications, by-laws, codes, standards, proposals, and estimates.

The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:

City of Saint John
Attn: Hiring Committee
www.saintjohn.ca (careers)

Only those applicants being considered further will be contacted.