The Charter Township of Shelby is accepting applications for part-time Mechanical Inspector positions. Duties include performing inspections and reviewing plans to enforce compliance utilizing applicable construction codes, ordinances, and regulations specific to the discipline or disciplines.

Qualified candidates must provide proof of the following:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with five (5) years directly related experience OR an associate degree in a related field with two (2) years of directly related experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and driving record without limitation. State of Michigan registration as an Inspector and Plan Reviewer in the mechanical disciplines or have the ability and qualifications to obtain provisional registrations within ninety (90) days of employment. Certification as an Inspector and Plan Reviewer from the International Code Council (ICC) in the applicable discipline(s) is preferred. Current employees without ICC certification(s) are required to actively undertake coursework and testing to obtain the certification(s).

Salary: $36.98 per hour. Application with an uploaded copy of education, registrations, driver's license, and proof of experience must be submitted. EOE.

Job Summary: Performs inspections and reviews plans to enforce compliance utilizing applicable construction codes, ordinances, and regulations specific to the discipline or disciplines.

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: (These examples do not include fill of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform)

• Inspects buildings, structures, equipment, and property to enforce compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Reviews plans and specifications of buildings, structures, equipment, and sites to enforce compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Informs, assists, and advises architects, engineers, developers, contractors, property owners, and the general public with regard to code, ordinance, and regulatory compliance.
• Investigates and resolves complaints concerning code, ordinance, and regulatory matters.
• Represents the Building Department before Township Boards and Commissions; State and other public agencies; courts of competent jurisdiction; and other legal authorities with regards to enforcement activities.
• Prepares and maintains departmental records and reports utilizing departmental computer software.
• Generates correspondence, violations, court citations, and other related documentation. As required.
• Operate office technology, such as photocopies and scanners, facsimile machines, telephone and voice mail systems, and computers.
• Performs duties in compliance with occupational safety and health standards.
• Assists other staff as needed.

• Performs related work as required including but not limited to those duties performed by classifications of a lower grade.

   

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

An employee in this class must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:

Knowledge

• Construction codes, techniques, materials, methods, systems, and equipment
• Inspection procedures and practices
• Local government, state, and federal regulations pertaining to construction

Skills

• Using and apply mathematical formulas and principles; tables, charts, scales, and measuring equipment
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Judgment and decision making

Abilities

Read, interpret and work with specifications, plans, and other construction documents.

Maintain