Mechanical Inspector

SummitHR • Los Angeles, CA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Inspector will support construction inspection and work as a member of Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division across multiple projects. Candidates must possess a current ICC certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector to apply. Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years, prior to assignment Must be able to work any assigned shift - day, swing, or night - as required to meet the contractor's construction schedule.

Requirements

• Mechanical inspection staff shall have 3 years or more experience performing mechanical inspections for Building Construction.
• Mechanical inspection staff possess a thorough knowledge of the materials and methods used in the installation of plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration installations.
• Current ICC Certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector
• Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years
• Fall protection and harness training.
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of Project Management Information Software used for inspection/document control (i.e., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Xcel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, Bluebeam, etc.).
• Computer proficiency to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents efficiently, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Additional Current ICC certification as a Commercial Plumbing Inspector
• NFPA 70E standards training within the last 3 years.
• Plumbing experience (journeyman/master level) with progression into inspection.
• Experience inspecting mechanical systems of large-scale commercial, industrial or public buildings.
• Confined Space Entry Training
• Experience overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
• Involvement in complex projects that require coordination with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and city officials.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies, ensuring that all aspects of construction meet the required standards.
• Must be open to learning the prescriptive items required by the agency.
• A strong understanding of diverse code requirements (CBC & CMC).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks is preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspects the construction of a wide variety of airport improvements and utilities projects to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, agreements for work, and may provide construction inspection support.
• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of mechanical and plumbing systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications, review and interpret construction documents including blueprints and shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in preparing comprehensive daily inspection reports that clearly document the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all observed construction activities, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability in tracking progress and identifying issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns in a timely manner.
• Verify contractor compliance with local and national mechanical and plumbing codes .
• Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
• Perform inspections of Mechanical and Plumbing installations including, but not limited to: Domestic Water and Sewage Systems Venting, fire sprinklers, and gas piping HVAC systems (air handlers, chillers, boilers, ductwork) Smoke Control Systems Mechanical ventilation and exhaust Fire and life safety integration (e.g. smoke dampers) Mechanical and plumbing shutdowns, lockout / tagout procedures Commissioning and balancing reports Underground utilities Fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED