Mechanical Inspector - Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Department
City of Detroit
- Detroit, MI
- $58,814-78,935 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Under general supervision, to inspect heating, ventilation refrigeration, and air-conditioning equipment and systems to assure compliance with pertinent codes and city ordinances, approved plans, specifications and accepted standards and methods of work.Examples of DutiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned)
- Inspects and tests gas-fired, oil-fired, and solid fuel-fired heating equipment and its associated storage and control equipment, space heating distribution systems and components, air-conditioning equipment and components, refrigeration systems and equipment for compliance with pertinent codes and for installation according to approved plans.
- Reports findings, secures corrections, or issues violation notices.
- Points out code violations.
- Explains code provisions.
- Witnesses and reports on equipment acceptance tests.
- Checks for proper licensure of boiler and refrigeration plant operating personnel.
- Investigates complaints of violations of codes and prepares notices of violations.
- Makes re-inspections of premises or equipment to determine corrections of code violations.
- Compiles information and prepares code violation cases for court.
- Appears and testifies regarding code violation in court cases.
- Investigates and reports on accidents.
- Prepares daily activities reports.
- Assists in the training of new employees assigned to the activity.
- High school graduation or GED and two (2) years of advanced training in engineering principles and their practical application to the fields of refrigeration, air-conditioning, combustion control, and space heating distribution systems.
- Two (2) years of experience in the installation, construction, maintenance, operation, and repair of heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning equipment and systems.
- Training shall have been secured by the completion of an apprenticeship in heating and refrigeration mechanics with a reputable concern.
- One (1) year of training in an engineering college.
- Experience in the inspectional and/or supervisory phases of the work.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
- Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
- Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
- Knowledge of materials, operations, construction, and trades practices related to such equipment and systems.
- Knowledge of elementary mechanical, chemical, electrical, and thermodynamic engineering principles governing the operation of heating and refrigerating equipment and systems.
- Knowledge of State of Michigan codes.
- Skill in physical and mechanical dexterity.
- Skill in observation.
- Skill in performing inspections.
- Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy.
- Skill in use of personal computers and common office software.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications for compliance with all related codes, ordinances, and laws.
- Ability to detect potential hazards to public safety.
- Ability to climb ladders and enter manholes, narrow openings and crawl spaces, and to move along narrow, exposed platforms and beams, and to climb in and out of trenches and other excavations.
- Ability to work in high places and confined spaces.
- Ability to work in hot, dusty places.
- Ability to withstand noxious and unpleasant odors.
- Ability to interact with tact and courtesy in contacts with workers, supervisors, contractors, owners, and the general public.
- Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
- Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
- Completion of thirty (30) years of service;