Under the leadership of the Economic Development & Planning Department, the Chief Mechanical Inspector will act as the supervisor to a team of Mechanical Inspectors assuring standards are met by conducting a wide range of inspections on residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This is a great opportunity for those seeking to use their supervision and knowledge of methods and procedures of installing, repairing, and maintaining heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
The City of Lansing offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave, professional growth and educational opportunities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & TRAINING:
Must be registered or meet eligibility requirements in accordance with Public Act #407 of 2016 for registration as a Provisional Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer and make application for provisional registration for this title within thirty (30) days of notification of selection for this position. Registration as a Mechanical Inspector and Plan Reviewer must be retained for the entire course of employment in this position. FAILURE TO OBTAIN OR RETAIN REGISTRATION WILL RESULT IN APPROPRIATE ACTION CONSISTENT WITH THE TEAMSTERS COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Seven (7) years or more of experience with heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in one (1) or more of the work classifications defined in Act 407 of Public Acts of 2016 as amended.
- Of which three (3) years must have involved conducting mechanical inspections.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- International Code Council Certification as a Mechanical Inspector, preferred.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS INLCUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Supervises and evaluates work of subordinate Mechanical Inspectors and provides them with needed work direction and training.
- 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.
- 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.
- Answers wide range of questions from contractors, the general public and other parties.
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 (517) 483-4004. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
