The Mechanical Inspector role is represented by the AFSCME union and starting pay is $27.40/hour. This position is eligible for step pay increases and potential progression increases. The top end of the current progression increases for this position is $32.52/hour. Please reference AFSCME's collective bargaining agreement located at: http://www.a2gov.org/departments/Human-Resources/Pages/Compensation-and-Contracts.aspx
Job progressions serve as a way for union employees to demonstrate additional technical competencies, knowledge and skills to enhance their benefit to the City. The progression allows employees to enhance their job responsibilities and pay through demonstration of increased competencies.
Benefits offered with this position include:
Defined benefit pension plan
401a with City match
Optional 457 Deferred Compensation plan
Reciprocal Pension Credit, available for pension-qualified applicants
Retiree health reimbursement account
Very generous medical/dental/vision/pharmacy plans
Paid vacation, personal time, floating holiday, plus sick days. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
Short-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Wellness Incentive Program in which participating employees can earn up to $500 annually. These dollars will be deposited into a health reimbursement account (HRA), which can be used toward eligible health care expenses
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually; must be employed 1 year to be eligible
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits like Long Term Disability, accident coverage, critical illness, LegalShield, and Identify Theft
Role Summary
Performs inspections of residential and commercial improvements, repairs and construction, construction sites and rental housing for determining compliance with requirements of the applicable codes, ordinances, standards and regulations.
Duties
Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Building & Rental Services Manager or designee and may include the following:
Essential Duties
Performs inspections of existing building structures with consideration of, electrical systems, plumbing and mechanical systems.
Works independently with limited supervision.
Inspects all existing rental properties and congregate residential facilities for compliance with the City’s housing code and associated ordinances and standards.
Conducts code enforcement within technical discipline(s).
Prepares documentation and manages data related to inspection and enforcement activities.
Coordinates and conducts investigations of complaints and enforcement of ordinances.
Interprets and explains City codes and regulations.
Related Work
Examines plans and specifications to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards and regulations; coordinates complex enforcement and compliance activities.
May assist management and may provide recommendations for the City’s Housing Board of Appeals.
Completes administrative tasks and coordinates schedules with administrative assistants.
Provides input and interaction with the inspection team.
Provides technical demonstration of work and performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge of: (position requirements at entry)
Pertinent federal, state, county and city laws, codes, ordinances, standards and regulations related to commercial and residential construction
Review and compliance procedures
Complaint investigation and appeals and associated legal procedures
Construction practices, techniques, plans and specifications
Construction code and housing ordinances applicable to residential and commercial construction and associated rules, regulations and standards
Pertinent federal, state, county and city laws, codes, ordinances, standards and regulations related to zoning, flood plains, and historical district requirements
Materials and methods used in structural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems for residential and commercial construction
Principles and practices of property maintenance code, including care, repair, restoration and replacement of various building systems
Principles and practices of team facilitation, coaching and employee development, performance management and communication and customer relations
Computers and software applications used in business settings
Skills and Ability to:(position requirements at entry)
Understand, review and objectively interpret applicable codes, construction plans, specifications and related terminology
Consistently apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with City policies
Effectively deescalate difficult interactions with customers and apply high standards of customer service
Summarize data and information and produce required reports according to a specified standard
Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills
Coordinate tasks for Development Services work as assigned by the supervisor
Ability to complete administrative tasks and coordinate with Administrative Assistants
Provide effective technical demonstration of work and guidance to the work of other team members at the direction of the supervisor
Effectively communicate team needs and the status of work being performed to the supervisor using concise and accurate information, both orally and in writing
Maintain non-partisan and respectful working relationships with diverse groups and with fellow employees both internal and external
Listen to understand the intended meaning of the message
Effective use of computers and related software applications
Equipment
City issued electronic devices, specified documentation and tracking system, cell phones and field communication equipment, testing instruments, measurement devices used in the course of inspections, field technology for inspection documentation, appropriate personal protective equipment and motor vehicle.
Education, Training and Experience (position requirements at entry)
Required:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Four (4) years documented construction experience or two (2) years performance of code inspections experience
Must complete CEU’s for maintenance of Licenses and Certifications
Preferred:
Two (2) years property maintenance code experience
Act 407 (formerly Act 54) registration or (within 30 days of hire, must make application for ACT 407 registration to the State of Michigan)
Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry)
AACE or ICC Housing certification (within 6 months) & 4 years of documented construction experience
Specific requirements for each discipline must be met. Requirements can be found at:
The physical ability to climb/balance: climb stairs, ladders, inclines, uneven surfaces where balance is required; drive, stoop, bend, kneel and crouch; stand and walk for extensive periods of time; reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, hear, see, talk and perform repetitive motions.
The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
The ability to safely maneuver in and around construction sites. The ability to traverse on rough, uneven terrain, as well as wet and slippery surfaces to access work areas. Work requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. The work may occasionally require the ability to move and lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds such as files, supplies, mail and equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.