Mechanical Inspector I

This position performs a variety of routine and complex technical work in inspection and enforcement to determine compliance with all applicable ordinances as well as accepted standards relating to mechanical installations throughout the City. The employee exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under the general direction of the Chief Mechanical Official.
The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  
 
Inspects job sites for adherence with approved plans.
 
Checks each project for defects, omissions and other departures from correct procedure. Gives suggestions and recommendations to contractor or owner. 
 
Ensures that all mechanical work conforms to National, State, and applicable codes and standards. 
 
Investigates complaints of violations of the Mechanical Code or illegal mechanical practices. Notifies responsible person of defects and issues verbal or written instructions for corrections. Conducts re-inspections. Reports violations and occasionally represents the City at court hearings.
 
Consults with contractors or other interested parties and explains or interprets mechanical standards in code. 
 
Performs inspections and prepares inspection reports. Handles correspondence and performs general office work in connection with inspections. 
 
Inspects boilers and other pressure vessels, elevators, escalators, other mechanical or land lifts, ventilators, air conditioners, gas pipes and appliances. Ensures that all mechanical work conforms to National, State, and applicable codes and standards. 
 
Perform other related duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent. 
 
Must be certified as a Mechanical Inspector by the Board of Rules and Appeals per Miami-Dade Code Chapter 8 and have one of the following:  
 
At least five (5) years of field experience as a Certified Journeyman General, Master Mechanical or Specialty Mechanical Contractor issued by the Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board;  
or  
 
At least five (5) years field experience as a state Certified Mechanical Contractor issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board with not less than five (5) years of field experience working in Miami-Dade County. 
 
Valid Florida Driver's License.

With the exception of Miami-Dade Code Chapter 8 requirements, a comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Salary : $81,933 - $126,995