SENIOR MECHANICAL INSPECTOR

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Wednesday, May 24, 2025, through 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 8, 2025.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, inspects and/or coordinates the inspection of major or complex heating, refrigeration, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for compliance with municipal regulations and other applicable laws; makes periodic maintenance inspections; investigates and reports on field problems and complaints; enters and updates information in land management system using a personal computer; consults with mechanical engineers, contractors, and owners on mechanical installation plans; assists in the development of code changes; conducts examinations of registered inspectors; keeps records and prepares routine and special reports; may schedule, assign, supervise and evaluate the work of inspectors; may act for the section head in his/her absence; and performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

All candidates must posses ICC/California/IAPMO certification as a Mechanical Inspector (proof required)*.

AND meet one of the following options (A, B, or C):

(Option A) Three years of recent full-time, paid experience equivalent to the duties performed by a Mechanical Inspector or Mechanical Supervisor. OR;

(Option B) Four years of recent full-time, paid experience equivalent to the duties performed by a Building Inspector, Combination Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, or Plumbing Inspector. OR;

(Option C) Five years of recent full-time, paid experience performing the duties of a journey-level Mechanical Installer/Contractor. OR;

(Option D) Six years of experience in any combination of the above Items “A” through “C”.

*Proof of required documents, such as licenses or certifications, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform, plan and supervise the work associated with more complex mechanical inspections.
• Able to use personal computers and other electronic devices to enter, retrieve, and update inspection data and permit information, send and receive emails, take and upload photos.
• Able to work evenings, holidays, or weekends as required.
• Proof of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection interview.
• *Proof of required documents must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual skills in English/Spanish, English/Khmer, English/Tagalog is desirable for some positions.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINIATION WEIGHTS

Application Packet.........................................Qualifying

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period.

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks after close of filing , please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-6638.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 7/8/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

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