Plumbing Inspector

Pay: $29.72  |  Apply by: November 30, 2026

Richland Public Health is seeking a knowledgeable, dependable plumbing professional to join our Environmental Health team.

About the job

Richland Public Health is seeking a knowledgeable, dependable plumbing professional to join our Environmental Health team. We prefer a candidate who already holds a full Ohio Board of Building Standards Plumbing Inspector Certification and is prepared to perform the complete range of inspection duties independently. Not fully certified yet? We will also consider qualified candidates who hold an Initial (Trainee) Plumbing Inspector Certification, or who have the plumbing trade experience required to obtain one, and are committed to completing the full certification process.

General Statement of Duties:

• Inspect plumbing and drainage installations throughout Richland County.

• Review plans and specifications for compliance with the Ohio Plumbing Code.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, enter program data, and prepare required reports.

Required education, experience, training:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Six (6) years of plumbing trade experience.

• Current full Ohio Board of Building Standards Plumbing Inspector Certification preferred. Candidates may also be considered if they hold a current BBS Initial Plumbing Inspector Certification or are eligible to obtain certification based on their plumbing trade experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess current and valid Ohio driver's license, insurance and reliable transportation to carry-out professional duties.

• Be able to perform the physical responsibilities of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. These responsibilities include climbing ladders, accessing roofs and confined areas, lifting covers and equipment, and working indoors and outdoors year-round.

The specific statements shown in this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Qualifications

Required education, experience, training:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Six (6) years of plumbing trade experience.

• Current full Ohio Board of Building Standards Plumbing Inspector Certification preferred. Candidates may also be considered if they hold a current BBS Initial Plumbing Inspector Certification or are eligible to obtain certification based on their plumbing trade experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess current and valid Ohio driver's license, insurance and reliable transportation to carry-out professional duties.

• Be able to perform the physical responsibilities of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. These responsibilities include climbing ladders, accessing roofs and confined areas, lifting covers and equipment, and working indoors and outdoors year-round.

The specific statements shown in this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Learn more about Richland Public Health: https://www.richlandhealth.org

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