Back-Up/Supplemental Trades Inspectors

City of St Joseph; Whitmore Lake (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Northfield Township in Michigan is seeking qualified Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspectors to provide back-up inspection services for both residential and commercial construction. This independent contract position offers $60.00 per completed inspection with a fluctuating schedule, typically on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Applicants must hold a Michigan Master license in the appropriate discipline, a valid driver's license, and the required registrations.

Qualifications

• Must possess State of Michigan Master license in appropriate discipline.
• Must possess State of Michigan Driver’s license.
• Must possess the appropriate State of Michigan registration/credentials required for the inspection discipline being performed.
• Minimum two-years inspection experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the discipline and the methods, tools and equipment used in the installation of the related equipment.
• Ability to understand, interpret and explain State Code and Municipal regulations and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/plans for discipline.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, Township staff and the general public.
• Must be able to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing, mechanical or electrical inspections to enforce safety regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable State Codes and local ordinances.
• Record defective material and workmanship, issue corrections, and perform re-inspections to ensure compliance.
• Advise contractors and the public as to interpretation of State Code and acceptable installation methods.
• Report and document activities and inspection results to the Township as required.

Skills

State license

Driver's license

Blueprint reading

Code interpretation

Cooperative relations

Transportation

Inspection experience

Education

Master license in appropriate discipline (MI)

Job description

Northfield Township is seeking qualified Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspectors to provide back-up and supplemental inspection services for both residential and commercial construction.

Back-up/Supplemental Contract Plumbing, Mechanical & Electrical Inspectors

Northfield Township, Michigan
$60.00 Per Completed Inspection | fluctuating schedule depending on need – typically Tuesdays and Thursdays| Independent Contract Position

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing, mechanical or electrical inspections (depending on discipline) to enforce safety regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable State Codes and local ordinances.
• Records defective material and workmanship, issues orders for correction of deficits or issues of code related items as necessary and makes re-inspections to ensure compliance.
• Advises contractors and the general public as to the interpretation of State Code and acceptable installation methods.
• Reports and documents activities and inspection results, including corrections, to the Township as required.

Supplemental Information:

Physical Demands

While performing the duties, the inspector is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand and walk. They may be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Position Details

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and statement of qualifications identifying their Plumbing, Mechanical, and/or Electrical inspection credentials and availability. You must meet the minimum requirements and submit supporting documentation to be considered for the position. Please submit by email at [e-mail] or by Mail at:

Northfield Township
Attn: Building Official
8350 Main Street
Whitmore Lake, MI 48169

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess State of Michigan Master license in appropriate discipline
• Must possess State of Michigan Driver’s license
• Must possess the appropriate State of Michigan registration/credentials required for the inspection discipline being performed.
• Minimum two-years inspection experience
• Considerable knowledge of the disciple and the methods, tools and equipment used in the installation of the related equipment.
• Ability to understand, interpret and explain State Code and Municipal regulations and procedures
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/plans for discipline
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, Township staff and the general public.
• Must be able to provide own transportation