Mechanical Inspector

Job TitleInspectionsJob DescriptionThe fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform skilled inspection work in securing compliance with ordinances and regulations governing existing and new gas and mechanical installations. The work involves responsibility for performing field and office activities in the City's gas and mechanical inspection program and securing compliance with legally established specifications and requirements. The inspector works independently in the field and is responsible for making decisions requiring technical discretion, sound judgment and familiarity with a variety of installation and repair problems. The work responsibilities are inspects the installation of the mechanical components of commercial kitchen appliances, heating and air conditioning equipment, gas and oil piping, gas-fired and oil-fired appliances and ventilating equipment; confers with supervisors, contractors, architects, engineers, owners and the public regarding questions relative to inspection and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances; and performs general office functions. The work is subject to general supervision and may be reviewed in cases involving permits and enforcement of applicable codes. General direction is received from the Chief Plumbing Inspector or Assistant Chief Plumbing and Gas Inspector.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D. Five (5) years' experience in residential and commercial installation or inspection of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems including one (1) year of experience in a leadership capacity.NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.Special RequirementsMust have or obtain a valid Alabama driver's license as needed to operate a City vehicle in the performance of mechanical and gas inspections. Certification within one (1) year of employment as a Mechanical Inspector (Commercial) through a recognized certification program in compliance with the International Code Council. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical ability to stoop, bend, crawl or climb ladders or flights of stairs as needed to make inspections.Kind Of ExaminationApplications are being accepted to fill a vacancy and any other vacancies that may occur during the life of the register. Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application and supplemental questionnaire. For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application and supplemental questionnaire form completely, providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were. If more than five qualified applications are received, a selection procedure will be administered to rank applicants on the register. Tied scores will not be broken. If there are five or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order.Complete an online application by clicking 'Apply'. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.Additional InformationDRUG TEST: Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre-employment drug test. (The drug test may require the submission of a sample of hair, fingernails, and/or urine that will verify illegal drug use).BACKGROUND CHECK: Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. (Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.)EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of race, national origin, or any other non-merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination based on age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration.REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he/she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Montgomery Personnel Board reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact the Personnel Director at View phone number on click.appcast.io.I9: Prior to your employment, you will be required to provide to your employer documentation of your identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.UPDATE OF CONTACT INFORMATION: It is your responsibility to update your contact information (address, phone, email) so that we can contact you about jobs. Please visit the Update Contact Information page to log in and update your contact information at any time.BenefitsThe City of Montgomery provides a comprehensive benefits package consisting of Core benefits—Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Mental Health, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life Insurance, and Deferred Compensation—as well as Voluntary benefits available through Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company. Employees also receive paid annual and sick leave, paid paternal leave, paid holidays, and participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program. To learn more details, visit the benefits page.