MECHANICAL INSPECTOR

Code: 07967 Local Non-Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction of the appropriate subcode official, inspects the installation of new or replacement mechanical equipment installed in Use Group R-3 and R-4; enforces the Uniform Construction Code to ensure public safety, health, and welfare insofar as they are affected by the installation of mechanical equipment such as air conditioners, ventilation, heating systems, and water heating in one and two-family structures; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

• Is responsible for the examination of plans for mechanical equipment in Use Group R-3 and R-4.
• Visits construction job sites and inspects installation of the mechanical equipment as it relates to the manufacturer's instructions and the relevant mechanical codes.
• Initiates and enforces rules and regulations relative to the mechanical code.
• Prepares reports.
• Establishes and maintains records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Possession of a valid Mechanical Inspector's License issued by the NJ Department of Community Affairs in accord with NJAC 5:23-5.19A.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of requirements of the Uniform Construction Code pertaining to the installation of mechanical equipment and related gas, fuel oil, and water piping in Use Group R-3 and R-4.
• Ability to analyze and interpret provisions of the Uniform Construction Code that apply to mechanical equipment and related laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to review plans and specifications for mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other municipal unit heads and with private contractors.
• Ability to make thorough investigations and inspections.
• Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports of inspections and investigations containing findings, conditions, and recommendations.
• Ability to keep records and files.
• Ability to provide testimony in court to prosecute violations of the mechanical code in Use Group R-3 and R-4 structures.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
• CODES: LG- RKR/cah 2/9/95
• This job specification is for local government use only.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

1. Applicant must hold a valid inspector's license in any other area licensed by the Uniform Construction Code. 2. Successful completion of the examination requirements as required by NJAC 5:23-5.23 - (a) Successful completion of the National Certification Test 4A Mechanical 1 & 2 Family and (b) Successful completion of the National Certification Test 4B Mechanical General.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.