Employment with the Village of Gurnee

 

The Village of Gurnee is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment. The Village encourages qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity and non-discrimination to apply for available positions.

Full-time employees that are not part of the Police or Fire pensions become members of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), a link to their website is posted here. 

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Applications are accepted only in response to posted vacancies. If there is a position you would like to apply for, please review the job advertisement and follow the application instructions. Unless otherwise indicated, the qualifications listed are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience, which could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform in the job position, may be considered at the Village's discretion when appropriate. Please note during high volume recruitments, Village staff may contact only candidates under consideration for a position. Questions? Email the Human Resources Department.

Current Openings

Plumbing Inspector - Community Development Department

Summary:

The Village of Gurnee Community Development Department seeks candidates for the position of Plumbing Inspector.

Requirements:

Application deadline:  June 30, 2022

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An employee in this position is responsible for building and plumbing inspection work and activities to secure and maintain compliance with approved plans and local building codes and related ordinances.  Work also involves the inspection of buildings, plumbing, and mechanical systems in the course of construction, alteration, and repair.

Typical Duties:  reviews plans and blueprints of new building construction, additions, and alterations for items of concern to the building department; participates in field inspection of construction in progress; performs final inspection; conducts inspections and re-inspections of commercial, industrial, educational, and institutional buildings; confers with contractors, homeowners, and other parties in making corrections to ensure conformity with regulations and plans; advises the public on matters relating to building regulations; investigates complaints of hazardous conditions; maintains building inspection files and reports.

Pay Range:

Union position - Local 150 Midwest Operating Engineers

Hourly Rate:  $36.98 - $41.59+ / hour ($76,900 – $86,500 annual), DOQ/E

Full benefits - paid time off (vacation, holiday, personal); paid sick time; Village-paid health/dental insurance through Midwest Operating Engineers Health / Welfare fund; training and professional certifications; annual clothing allowance; Village provided life insurance; pension plan and additional retirement savings plan options.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma / equivalent

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Current Licensed Illinois Plumber

7+ years plumbing experience; other building trades and construction experience desirable

Additional college-level coursework in construction management or related curriculum or trades apprenticeship

Desired Qualifications:

Previous municipal inspection experience helpful but not required

IDPH Certified Plumbing Inspector desirable; other International Code Council (ICC) Inspector certifications desirable

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