MECHANICAL INSPECTOR

 

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.

 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.

 
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.

 REQUIREMENTS:

      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.

      NOTE: 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.

 KNOWLEDGE 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-07967            RKR/cah              2/9/95

 This job specification is for local government use only.