Mechanical Inspector

City of New York • New York, NY

4d • $78,740 - $90,551 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation's largest municipal housing agency, responsible for building and preserving affordable housing, protecting tenants, and holding landlords accountable across New York City. The Office of Development (OOD) within HPD leads the agency's efforts to create and preserve affordable housing. The Division of Building and Land Development Services (BLDS) provides architectural, engineering, cost valuation, environmental planning, and construction support services to the OOD. As a Mechanical Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting the design and monitoring the installation of mechanical systems for both newly-constructed and rehabilitated multi-family buildings.

Requirements

• Background in Engineering, Engineering Science, or related field.
• Thorough understanding and strong knowledge base of New York City building and construction codes.
• Thorough understanding of Federal, State, and City housing codes and regulations.
• Specialization in the installation of mechanical systems.
• Thorough understanding of design and construction means and methods for multi-family housing in New York City.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required.
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Four years of full-time satisfactory experience in the installation, repair and/or inspection of mechanical equipment in the areas of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, elevators, and/or plumbing in buildings, facilities, structures and grounds, at least two years of which must have been experience in a building or facility of at least 100,000 square feet or a number of buildings of at least 3 stories each, adding up to a total of at least 100,000 square feet.
• OR A satisfactory combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the four years of experience required above. College education leading to a baccalaureate degree in engineering or engineering technology may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 5 semester credits for two months of experience. However, to qualify candidates must have at least two years of the required experience as described above in a building or facility of at least 100,000 square feet or a number of buildings of at least 3 stories each, adding up to a total of at least 100,000 square feet.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all aspects of Engineering to provide technically sound recommendations and determinations.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience in reviewing plans and contract documents for mechanical and wiring systems for multi-family housing.
• Ability to read and understand drawings/plans, scopes of work, and specifications.
• Excellent trade base knowledge and familiarity with New York City government and housing issues.
• Experience in conducting inspections at construction sites for new and existing buildings.
• Excellent mathematical, technical, writing, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, negotiate with diverse technical specialists, apply independent judgment in technical matters, take initiative, and work effectively with others.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, organizational, communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, coordinate multiple projects, and deal with complex construction issues.
• Candidate may be subject to a background investigation conducted by the New York City Department of Investigation.
• A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the installation of mechanical systems during the construction/alteration of multi-family buildings to ensure conformance of work to approved plans, contract specifications, industry standards and pertinent codes, and timely adherence to the proposed construction schedule.
• Work closely and coordinate with BLDS’ Bureau of Construction Services to provide construction oversight and resolve site issues that arise during the installation of mechanical systems at HPD-assisted projects.
• Conduct field surveys and inspections of existing mechanical systems and assist in determining a scope of work, cost estimate, and recommendations for repair and/or systems replacement.
• Perform thorough research on mechanical systems by obtaining, reviewing and analyzing pertinent information/ documentation, and consulting appropriate parties to successfully resolve discrepancies that arise on the field.
• Prepare accurate, organized and comprehensive field reports pertaining to the progress of mechanical installations during the construction phase.
• Assist in the review and approval of mechanical change orders that arise in HPD-assisted projects.

What This Job Offers

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