Mechanical Inspector

City of Battle Creek, Michigan; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

13 paid holidays

457 employer match plan

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

The City of Battle Creek is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to perform challenging inspections for compliance with building codes and ordinances, review permits and plans, respond to inquiries, and support related work under the Chief Building Official. The role emphasizes quality reporting and customer service to residents, contractors, and architects.

Essential duties include enforcing Michigan Mechanical Codes, issuing notifications for code violations, and explaining code requirements to

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Licensed and certified as one or more: Mechanical Inspector, Mechanical Contractor, Journeyman (8,000 hrs over 4 years).
• Valid registration as a Mechanical Inspector in Michigan (may provisional, must obtain).
• Experience in PA 407 of 2016 as amended.

Responsibilities

• Inspects mechanical devices and installations for conformance to safety laws and plans.
• Reviews permits, blueprints, and specifications for code compliance.
• Educates contractors and the public in code requirements.
• Investigates complaints regarding installations by unlicensed contractors.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Code compliance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Michigan Mechanical Inspector registration

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

The City of Battle Creek (“The City”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The City expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of the City employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Description

The City of Battle Creek is looking for a Mechanical Inspector to perform difficult technical work conducting building and property maintenance inspections for compliance with building codes and ordinances, reviewing permits, plans, and building specifications, responding to inquiries, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work performed under the limited supervision of the Chief Building Official.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Mechanical Inspector in accordance with Michigan’s adopted Mechanical Codes and City Ordinances.
• Inspects mechanical devices and all related installations in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings/facilities for conformance to safety laws, regulations, approved plans, and specifications.
• Makes written and oral investigations, reports and recommendations relative to mechanical matters in addition to issuing notification to property owners when code violations are determined.
• Confers with property owners or agents to approve mechanical installation plans to determine compliance with code requirements.
• Operates test equipment used in the inspection of mechanical systems.
• Keeps records and prepares reports of inspections and investigations for use by administrative or judicial authorities.
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints, plans and specifications to ensure that all mechanical code and ordinance requirements are complied with.
• Educates Mechanical Contractors and the public in code compliance requirements.
• Investigates complaints regarding installation of Mechanical systems done by unlicensed contractors and work completed without a permit.
• Provides a high level of customer service handling inquiries from citizens, contractors, architects, etc., regarding code and ordinance interpretations, clarification of office policies and general questions.
• Conducts inspections at the request of Police and Fire staff at incident scenes (may require periodic after-hours callout).
• Ability to prepare and objectively analyze comprehensive reports; ability to carry out assigned projects to completion; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Commission, City employees, and the public to include both residents and trade professionals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Licensed and certified as one or more of the following:
• Mechanical Inspector
• Mechanical Contractor
• Journeyman (Minimum 8,000 hrs of experience over 4 years)
• Military Honorably Discharged (within 1 year of being discharged, with experience as an interior electrician or equivalent job classification signed affidavit by superior)
• Experience in each of the work classifications defined in PA 407 of 2016 as amended.
• Valid registration as an Mechanical Inspector in the State of Michigan (may substitute ability to be provisionally registered within thirty {30} days of employment, but must obtain registration at the first available date set by the State of Michigan).

Special Requirements

• Obtain State of Michigan Building Inspector Registration within 3 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license in the State of Michigan.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and/or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone. Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to the risk of electrical shock; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future.

Full-time employee benefits – Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to [e-mail].

Medical: Choose from a PPO plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue or an HMO plan with Blue Care Network and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.

Virtual Care: Included with your BCBSM and BCN health care plan.

Dental: 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue

Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee’s base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children.

Sickness and Accident: 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria.

Retirement Savings

• 457 through Mission Square with employer match
• MERS Pension * note that Police and Fire have a separate pension fund not through MERS

Employer Assistance Plan (EAP): 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO package – Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract.

Paid Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year

Voluntary Benefits

• Supplemental Term and Whole life
• Critical Illness
• Hospitalization
• Accident
• Vision – NVA
• Lifecare Ambulance Service
• Flexible Spending Account
• Global Emergency Assistance Services

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer

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• Employer-paid uniforms
• Cell phone allowance
• Military pay differential
• Professional development opportunities
• Ability to earn compensatory time
• Retiree health savings plan