Mechanical Inspector

The City of Bay City, Michigan • Bay City, MI

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About The Position

The Mechanical Inspector works under the direction of the Community Development Director in the Building Code Enforcement Department. This part-time position performs plan reviews and inspects mechanical systems, fire protection systems, and building construction in public and private buildings to verify compliance with established state and federal laws.

The inspector explains applicable mechanical and fire protection codes to architects, engineers, owners, contractors, staff, and the public; reviews plans, specifications, permit applications, and issued permits; coordinates construction issues and complaints; and inspects new installations and alterations. The role also documents inspections and violations, responds to complaints, provides customer service, and may recommend revisions to procedures, policies, and rules. The inspector drives to inspection sites and performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Meet the requirements of Act 407 of 2016 and be registered as a mechanical plan reviewer and inspector.
• Meet the requirements of Act 407 of 2016 and be registered as a fire protection plan reviewer and inspector.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Have reliable transportation for driving to and from inspections.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply codes, laws, rules, and regulations relating to mechanical and fire protection system plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of state and national mechanical and fire protection codes and related laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of standard practices, processes, tools, equipment, and materials relating to mechanical and fire protection work.
• Knowledge of mechanical and fire protection plan review and inspection techniques and practices.
• Ability to organize work effectively and set priorities.
• Ability to critically observe plans and installations or alterations, obtain accurate data, and prepare reports.
• Basic problem-solving skills and good communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City employees.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the construction field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet day-to-day operational deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Explain mechanical and fire protection codes verbally and in writing to architects, engineers, owners, contractors, staff, and the public.
• Inspect approved plans, specifications, permit applications, issued permits, and building plans for proposed work projects.
• Coordinate issues with contractors and residents during construction or in response to complaints.
• Visually inspect new installations and alterations of mechanical and fire protection systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and premises for compliance with safety standards, ordinances, and codes.
• Issue written notices of code violations requiring corrective action.
• Respond to complaints.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, code violations, complaints, and related matters.
• Provide a high level of customer service to City staff, the public, and businesses.
• Evaluate and recommend revisions to procedures, policies, and rules in accordance with inspection policies and applicable codes.
• Drive to inspection sites and perform required inspections.
• Perform related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED