Salary: $27.90 - $38.79 HourlyLocation : Grand Island, NEJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 1103-1224Department: Community DevelopmentDivision: Building ServicesOpening Date: 12/12/2024Closing Date: ContinuousDescription Perform a variety of mechanical inspection duties at various stages of construction, alteration and development; ensure compliance with mechanical codes, ordinances and statutes; maintain records of inspections; and provide mechanical code information to the public, City staff, contractors, engineers and architects.Position will start on or after March 3, 2025. Essential FunctionsDisplay honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.Inspect mechanical construction, design, installation, location, maintenance and quality of materials at construction sites.Inspect and enforce the state and local mechanical codes and ordinances.Interpret mechanical codes for the public, City staff, contractors, engineers and architects.Serve on a variety of boards including the Mechanical Board; provide code interpretations for each Board; recommend policy changes as necessary.Perform inspections of mechanical installations.Ensure heating and air conditioning units are installed according to City, State and Federal specifications.Answer questions and provide information to the public, City staff, contractors, engineers and architects regarding mechanical related issues; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.Participate in building inspections as required; issue permits to the public.Prepare letters and notices to tenants and home owners of structures needing repair work.Administer a variety of tests for the trades industry.Prepare reports, involves gathering, interpreting and organizing data.Perform related duties as assigned. QualificationsKnowledge of:Various materials used in mechanical installation and the approved uses of such materials.Modern construction methods and practices.Principles of air conditioning and refrigeration.Mechanical Code and amendments and other pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinances.Principles and procedures of record keeping and report preparation.Modern office procedures, methods and equipment.Ability to:Analyze mechanical problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions.Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of mechanical inspection.Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations and standard construction practices.Read and interpret building plans, specifications and codes.Interpret and apply Federal, State and local laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.Work independently in the absence of supervision.Prepare clear and concise reports.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist (ladders, manhole covers, specific tools)Walk for extended distances, climb stairs, climb ladders, and crouch/crawl (specific inspection of physical structure of a variety of residential and commercial buildings).Manual dexterity sufficient to operate computer terminal and other common office equipment.Operate various office equipment, including personal computer, calculator, photocopier, and fax machine. Supplemental InformationAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Experience:Two years of experience performing mechanical inspections or as a Master Mechanical Fitter or 4 years of experience as a Journeyman Mechanical Fitter and eligible to obtain a Master Mechanical Fitter's License.Training:Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in the mechanical trade or a related field.License or Certifications:Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Master Mechanical License, and a Mechanical Inspector's Certification through IAPMO within one year of employment.Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click to view our driver eligibility requirements. Working Hours:Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; dependent upon department needs. Salary:Position will start at the entry level of the City's salary table. Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry level qualifications. Other:Position will start on or after March 3, 2025. Candidates will be subject to a background check. Rates Effective January 1, 2025 and aresubject to change.This is a general guide for the purpose of informing all new employees of benefits. Coverage for all benefits, with the exception of the retirement savings plan, is effective the first of the month following one full calendar month of full time employment. Payroll deduction will begin in the month prior to the effective date of coverage. The retirement savings plan is effective on the first day of employment.HEALTH INSURANCE: Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage provided to the employee and dependents. There are two options: a Qualified High Deductible Plan with an HSA, or a Traditional PPO plan. If your spouse is eligible for coverage on their employer's group health plan, spousal coverage with the City is not available.The semi-monthly premiums for the High Deductible Plan: ($3300/$5800 deductible)
- Employee only $ 30.35
- Employee 2/4 premium $ 86.77
- Employee and Family $177.02
The semi-monthly premiums for the Traditional PPO Plan: ($1000/$2000 deductible)
- Employee only $123.24
- Employee 2/4 $231.68
- Employee and Family $360.60
DENTAL INSURANCE: Delta Dental coverage provided to employee and dependents. The employee is responsible for a portion of the premium. $4.65 for Single, $8.78 for Emp. 2/4 or $14.09 for Family semi-monthly. VISION INSURANCE: EyeMed Vision coverage is available to employees and dependents. The employee is responsible for the full premium. Employee only - $7.09; Employee/Spouse - $13.88; Employee/Children - $14.61; Family - $21.48. All rates are monthly payroll deductions. LIFE INSURANCE: Securian/Ochs Life Insurance coverage provided for employee ($50,000), spouse ($10,000), and dependents ($5,000 each), with premiums paid by the City. Supplemental life insurance available for employee and dependents through payroll deduction. RETIREMENT PLAN: Mandatory Ameritas Retirement Plan - 6% of gross earnings matched by the City of Grand Island. Effective on date of employment. Four year vesting schedule. Voluntary after-tax contributions up to 10% - not matched by City. DEFERRED COMP: Five optional Deferred Compensation Plans which allow pre-tax contributions up to $23,000 per year. LONG-TERM DISABILITY: CIGNA - LTD provided for employee. Pays a portion (60%, maximum of $8500 per month) of employee's salary should he/she becomes disabled. CAFETERIA/125 PLAN: Optional participation by the employee. Can be used for medical expenses, non-employer sponsored premiums and/or dependent daycare. VEBA PLAN (HRA): MidAmerica. Post-employment plan to be used for post-employment medical expenses. Contributions made by the City. PAID VACATION: Upon completion of the 6-month introductory period an employee is eligible to take 40 hours of vacation time. The employee will accrue an additional 40 hours in the first 6 months following the introductory period. (96 hours in year 2 - 4; 115 hours in years 5 - 9; 136 hours in years 10 - 14; 160 hours in years 15 - 19; 178 hours in years 20 - 24; and 200 hours in year 25 and thereafter.) PAID HOLIDAYS: Ten holidays and two personal leave days. If hired after April 1st, personal leave will be available October 1st. MEDICAL LEAVE: Accrual of 8 hours per month which is cumulative to a maximum of 1,339 hours.01 The information provided to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with the employment application to determine whether candidates' meet the qualification requirements and/or the final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.
- I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
02 Please detail any relevant education, experience or training to this position. 03 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
04 I understand I must maintain a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier.
- I understand the requirement.
05 Have you had any major driving violations within the last 5 years or any minor driving violations within the last 3 years. Please review to the job posting for the list of guidelines under the license and certification section.
06 I understand I must possess and maintain a valid Master Mechanical License and Mechanical Inspector's Certification through IAPMO within one year of employment.
- I understand the requirement.
07 Candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-employment/post-offer physical and drug screen. Do you understand the requirement?
- I understand the requirement.
- I do not understand the requirement.
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