Mechanical Inspector 35

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing is seeking a professional Mechanical Inspector knowledgeable in Michigan code standards for installing, repairing, and maintaining heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. The ideal candidate will inspect residential, commercial and industrial properties and ensure compliance with applicable codes.

Special requirements include registration as Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer per State Act #407 and provisional registration within 30 days of selection, with continued

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• At least six (6) years of mechanical experience under a licensed contractor in 3 of 4 categories or hold a Michigan mechanical license in 3 of 4 categories for at least 1 year.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Enforces and interprets the Michigan Mechanical Code and related rules for heating, cooling and ventilation systems in the City of Lansing.
• Conducts site inspections requiring bending, stooping and crawling to inspect mechanical equipment.
• Performs administrative duties including maintaining inspection records and writing reports.
• Reviews construction plans and other documentation as requested by City staff.
• May assist Fire Department investigations of fires as needed.
• Issues violation letters and follows up with contractors and homeowners.
• Coordinates with the City Attorney’s Office regarding prosecution of cases.
• Investigates consumer complaints about mechanical installations by contractors.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Code interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Michigan mechanical license (3 of 4 categories) or eligibility

ICC Mechanical Inspector/Plan Reviewer (preferred)

Job description

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & TRAINING:

Must meet minimum eligibility requirements in accordance with State Act #407 for registration as a Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer and make application for provisional registration for both these titles within thirty (30) days of notification of selection for this position. Registration as Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer must be retained during the entire length of employment in this position. FAILURE TO OBTAIN OR RETAIN BOTH OF THESE REGISTRATIONS WILL RESULT IN APPROPRIATE ACTION CONSISTENT WITH THE TEAMSTERS COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT AGREEMENT.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• High School Diploma or GED; AND
• At least six (6) years of mechanical experience, under a licensed contractor, in 3 of the 4 categories: (i) Hydronic heating and cooling and process piping; (ii) HVAC equipment; (iii) Refrigeration; (iv) Fire Suppression OR hold a Michigan mechanical license in 3 of the 4 categories for at least 1 year: (i) Hydronic heating and cooling and process piping; (ii) HVAC equipment; (iii) Refrigeration; (iv) Fire Suppression. If licensed from another state, then must be compliant with Michigan's Application for Registration.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• ICC Certification as a Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer preferred.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Enforces and interprets the Michigan Mechanical Code and all other applicable rules and regulations with affect heating, cooling and ventilation systems being installed or repaired in the City of Lansing.

• Makes regular inspections to sites which require the ability to stoop, bend and crawl through spaces in order to examine and test mechanical equipment.

• Performs a wide range of administrative duties including maintaining inspection records and writing reports as required.

• Reviews construction plans and other documentation when requested by other City staff members.

• May be on call to help the Fire Department investigate causes of fires.

• Writes violation letters to contractor and homeowners and performs proper follow-ups as required.

• Works with the City Attorney's Office regarding the necessary prosecution of legal cases.

• Investigate complaints from consumers regarding mechanical installations by contractors.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at [phone]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Attach resume and cover letter, relevant verification of education and/or licenses with application.