Entry-Level Mechanical Inspector – Path to II

City of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Diego seeks a Mechanical Inspector I to perform plumbing, gas, and HVAC inspections in new and existing buildings. The role includes preparing reports, issuing correction notices, and maintaining records while ensuring compliance with codes at municipal facilities and sites.

Applicants must meet one of several education/experience paths, including a mechanical eng degree or related trades apprenticeship, with potential for ME Inspector II advancement.

Qualifications

• Four options satisfy minimum requirements: degree + experience, or experience with government/contractor inspections, or design review experience, or journey-level plumbing/HVAC work.
• Associates degree or trade certificate can substitute one year of experience as described.
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering can substitute two years of experience as described.
• Apprenticeship programs can substitute multiple years of experience as described.

Responsibilities

• Inspect plumbing, gas, HVAC in new buildings and repairs.
• Inspect multi-family, commercial, and industrial structures for code compliance.
• Prepare reports, notes, and correction notices; maintain records.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

AS degree or certificate in Construction Inspection/Building Construction Technology

Mechanical/Plumbing Apprenticeship Program certification

Job description

City of San Diego seeks a Mechanical Inspector I to perform plumbing, gas, and HVAC inspections in new and existing buildings. The role includes preparing reports, issuing correction notices, and maintaining records while ensuring compliance with codes at municipal facilities and sites.

Applicants must meet one of several education/experience paths, including a mechanical eng degree or related trades apprenticeship, with potential for ME Inspector II advancement.