Mechanical Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to enforce code standards for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. The role involves conducting inspections, ensuring public safety, and requires significant experience in HVAC systems. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and ICC certification, along with a commitment to maintaining safety standards.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement and Healthcare plans

Longevity Bonuses

Personal Days

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Education Reimbursement

Parking/Transportation Subsidy

4-day workweek option

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in HVAC, refrigeration, or related fields.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• ICC Certification as a Mechanical Inspector required.

Responsibilities

• Enforces and interprets the Uniform Mechanical Code.
• Conducts regular inspections of mechanical systems.
• Writes violation letters and performs follow-ups.

Skills

Inspection

Knowledge of Michigan code standards

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

The essential position functions listed below do not include all functions, which may be found in this position as duties, and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.

1. Enforces and interprets the Uniform Mechanical Code and all other applicable rules and regulations affecting heating, cooling, and ventilation systems being installed or repaired in the City of Lansing.
2. Ensures unsafe mechanical systems are either condemned or shut off in cases where public safety is a factor.
3. Makes regular inspections to sites, requiring the ability to stoop, bend, and crawl through spaces to examine and test mechanical equipment.
4. Writes violation letters to contractors and homeowners and performs proper follow-ups as required.
5. Drives an automobile to and from inspection sites and for other purposes.

The Economic Development & Planning Department is seeking a professional Mechanical Inspector knowledgeable of Michigan code standards for installing, repairing, and maintaining heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. The ideal candidate will have skills in conducting a wide range of inspections on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

The City of Lansing reserves the right to utilize equivalencies where deemed appropriate regarding education and experience requirements.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in one or more of the work classifications [Hydronic heating, cooling and process piping, HVAC, refrigeration, Fire suppression] as defined in Act 407 of Public Acts of 2016, as amended.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• ICC Certification as a Mechanical Inspector.

PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, twist, hear, listen, speak, and demonstrate finger dexterity and visual acuity, either independently or with assistance.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Mainly fieldwork conducting inspections with exposure to dust, dirt, and other environmental conditions.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance (including prescription drugs)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement and Healthcare plans
• Longevity Bonuses
• Personal Days
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Education Reimbursement
• Parking/Transportation Subsidy
• 4-day workweek option

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Candidates must apply through GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM.