Plumbing - Mechanical Inspector

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

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About The Position

The Plumbing & Mechanical Plan Reviewer/Inspector works under the direction of the Community Development Director in the Building Code Enforcement Department. The position reviews plans and inspects plumbing, mechanical systems, fire protection systems, and building construction in public and private buildings. Inspections use visual observation and mechanical testing to verify compliance with applicable state and federal codes and laws.

The role explains relevant codes to members of the public and industry professionals, coordinates construction-related issues and complaints, documents inspection findings and violations, and provides customer service to City staff, residents, and businesses. It also evaluates and recommends updates to procedures and policies and performs related work as assigned. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Meet the requirements of Act 407 of 2016 and be registered as a plumbing plan reviewer and inspector.
• 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 travel to and from inspections.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply codes, laws, rules, and regulations relevant to plumbing plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of state and national plumbing, mechanical, and fire protection codes and related laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of standard practices, processes, tools, equipment, and materials used in plumbing, mechanical, and fire protection trades.
• Knowledge of plumbing, 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 and listening skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and City employees.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet operational deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Explain plumbing, mechanical, and fire protection codes verbally and in writing to architects, engineers, owners, contractors, trade professionals, and the public.
• Review approved plans, specifications, permit applications and issued permits, and building plans for proposed projects.
• Coordinate issues with contractors and residents during construction or in response to complaints.
• Inspect new installations and alterations of HVACR, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and premises.
• Use visual observation and applicable testing equipment to determine compliance with safety standards, ordinances, and codes.
• Issue written notices of code violations requiring corrective action.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, code violations, and complaints.
• Provide customer service to City staff, the public, and businesses.
• Evaluate and recommend revisions to procedures, policies, and rules consistent with applicable inspection policies and 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