What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Inspector position at City of Lincoln/Lancaster County?
FULL-TIME; M - F; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work involves the inspection of a variety of HVAC systems to enforce municipal and county codes and regulations and to protect the public against safety hazards caused by inferior materials and poor workmanship. Work also involves technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work. Inspections are conducted independently, but in accordance with departmental regulations and established technical standards.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience in installing and repairing HVAC systems at the journey, supervisory or contractor level; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.
Necessary Requirements:
Possession of a HVAC Contractor license as issued by the City of Lincoln, Nebraska, prior to completion of probationary period.
Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties.
Examines specifications, plans and materials of HVAC installations; checks for compliance with municipal and county codes and regulations and accepted trade standards.
Receives complaints and reports of improper HVAC equipment; investigates and consults with responsible persons regarding improvements to be made.
Discusses HVAC systems and installations with contractors, property owners and other interested parties; explains and interprets municipal and county codes, regulations and standards.
Conducts and records daily inspections of partial and finished work reported by contractors; approves or rejects and then advises contractors of results and required action.
Salary : $31 - $38