MECHANICAL INSPECTOR III (5123)

Salary: $42,817.00 - $51,380.00 AnnuallyLocation : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LAJob Type: PermanentJob Number: 5123-06ADepartment: Building Permits 0110Division: Building Permits 0110-021Opening Date: 10/11/2024Closing Date: 10/25/2024 11:59 PM CentralJefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of AnnouncementEXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING PERMITS.This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur. Kind of Work The purpose of this position is to conduct field inspections on new construction, installations, alterations and additions to existing residential and commercial properties to ensure compliance with existing standards, current adopted codes, and ordinances. Employee inspects mechanical and natural gas systems, equipment, installations and components such as heating, air conditioning, ventilation, (HVAC) systems; related mechanical and gas appliances, elevators, gas lines, moving stairs, incinerators, amusement devices and other related equipment and components for compliance with applicable codes, standards and ordinances. Issues violation notices of code violations requiring corrective action, conducts follow up inspections, testifies at legal proceedings as needed regarding inspections/violations. Writes inspection reports, records inspection fees and notices, logs daily activities, responds to questions from the public, contractors, property owners and others regarding mechanical and/or gas inspections and Building Permit related questions. Performs other related work as required. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.*Primary work location may be West or East Jefferson, but employee may be required to report to and work at West and/or East Jefferson locations as directed. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Possession of current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Certified Building Official OR as a Residential Mechanical Inspector, Commercial Mechanical Inspector, and Mechanical Plans Examiner. PLUS, meets ONE of the following four options:I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the classification of Mechanical Inspector II.ORII. Possession of a current Journeyman/Master Natural Gas Fitter license issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana; plus, possession of a current Mechanical Work (Statewide) license issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) or a current Mechanical Contractor's license* issued by Jefferson Parish.ORIII. A minimum of five (5) years of verifiable, paid experience performing field inspections to ensure compliance with current standards, codes, and ordinances regarding new construction, installations, and alterations for heating and cooling systems on residential and commercial properties (i.e., must involve HVAC, refrigeration, and gas appliances).ORIV. A minimum of seven (7) years of verifiable, paid, journeyman-level experience performing gas pipefitting installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Master Natural Gas Fitter and HVAC installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Statewide Licensed Mechanical Contractor.*Proof of eligibility to renew the J.P. Mechanical Contractor's license (without re-testing) may be acceptable for qualifying purposes.Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate. Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.JOB POSTING NO: 5123-06ADATE: 05/17/13RE-OPENED: 12/08/23AMENDED: 10/11/24Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:Application OfficesEast Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITSVacation (Annual Leave)Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave isusually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.Sick LeaveEmployees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.HolidaysNine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.Life InsuranceAll regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.Extra insurance may be purchased.Medical InsuranceAn HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.A Flexible Benefits PlanEmployees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.RetirementMost regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired afterJanuary 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of serviceis provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.Tenure PaymentEmployees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to deferup to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination withoutpenalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.01 The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are REQUIRED to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. Yes No 02 Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in the class of Mechanical Inspector II. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than Mechanical Inspector II. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status. I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee. 03 Do you possess a current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Certified Building Official? Yes No 04 Do you possess a current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Mechanical Inspector? Yes No 05 Do you possess a current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector? Yes No 06 Do you possess a current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Mechanical Plans Examiner? Yes No 07 Do you possess a current Journeyman/Master Natural Gas Fitter license issued by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana? Yes No 08 Do you possess a current Mechanical Work (Statewide) license issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)? Yes No 09 Do you possess a current Mechanical Contractor's license issued by Jefferson Parish or proof of eligibility to renew this license (without re-testing)? Yes No 10 How many years of Verifiable, Paid experience do you have performing field inspections to ensure compliance with current standards, codes, and ordinances regarding new construction, installations, and alterations for heating and cooling systems on residential and commercial properties (i.e., must involve HVAC, refrigeration, and gas appliances)? None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more 11 Describe your Verifiable, Paid experience performing field inspections to ensure compliance with current standards, codes, and ordinances regarding new construction, installations, and alterations for heating and cooling systems on residential and commercial properties (i.e., must involve HVAC, refrigeration, and gas appliances). Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. 12 How many years of Verifiable, Paid, JOURNEYMAN-LEVEL experience do you have, performing gas pipefitting installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Master Natural Gas Fitter? None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more 13 Describe your Verifiable, Paid, JOURNEYMAN-LEVEL experience, performing gas pipefitting installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Master Natural Gas Fitter.Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. 14 How many years of Verifiable, Paid, JOURNEYMAN-LEVEL experience do you have, performing HVAC installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Statewide Licensed Mechanical Contractor? None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more 15 Describe your Verifiable, Paid, JOURNEYMAN-LEVEL experience, performing HVAC installations under the supervision of a Louisiana Statewide Licensed Mechanical Contractor. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. Required Question