Building Inspector - Mechanical

Looking for your next career challenge? Come join the dynamic team from the City of Coon Rapids! We are seeking a qualified candidate to conduct plan reviews and inspection services with emphasis on mechanical and energy management systems. Responsibilities include conducting construction/remodeling inspections, reviewing permit applications and construction documents, and providing information to residents and contractors on relevant building code matters.

The City of Coon Rapids employs a great team of people dedicated and service centered! Our mission revolves around the understanding that only together, we can provide outstanding leadership and services that strengthen our community. Serving our Citizens and local businesses is essential in our work. Our vision is to strengthen our community with a respectful, collaborative, and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance, and contagious enthusiasm. Our core values include dedication to essentials such as trust, teamwork, innovation and commitment to excellence! No doubt we have something great here!

This position is a subject matter expert and works under the general guidance and direction of the Chief Building Official to provide a wide variety of plan review and inspection services to ensure all building and related codes, policies and ordinances are effectively enforced and administered.

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Open until filled with first consideration given to applicants who apply by June 28, 2025.

The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages all qualified applicant to apply regardless of race (including traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hair styles such as braids, locks and twists), color, creed, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Reviews permit applications and construction documents to ensure accurate reflection of work projected. Corrects inconsistencies, identifies necessary corrections and recommends changes to ensure code and ordinance compliance.
• Reviews proposed plans for residential/commercial/industrial structures to ensure they meet building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, accessibility and energy codes, as well as requirements established by the City and other agencies. Provides written report of findings to management, applicants, design professional and/or contractor.
• Inspects materials and installation of materials used in a variety of construction projects during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with building and construction standards and codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Coordinates the approval of applications, fees and the issuance of permits with division office support personnel.
• Maintains daily inspection log and related records in an up-to-date and orderly fashion to expedite division record keeping procedures.
• Provides information and advice to the public, architects, designers and developers regarding the interpretation of building codes to clarify requirements for construction design, materials and practices.
• Ensures that all applicable conditions and requirements of approval have been satisfied prior to issuance of permits and that adequate records are maintained.
• Responds in a prompt, positive and courteous manner over the phone and in-person to inquiries from architects and designers, developers, contractors, homeowners and others regarding building codes, related ordinances, policies and procedures.
• Meets with architects, engineers, consultants and developers to clarify code requirements for construction design, materials and practices.
• Remains knowledgeable of current codes, ordinances, policies and procedures providing accurate framework for completion of job responsibilities.
• Keeps abreast of new materials, equipment and construction practices, as well as new or changing codes to ensure a thorough understanding of the building industry and the effective and fair administration of code.
• Informs supervisor promptly of matters that are important to the Citys interest or the public health, safety and welfare.
• Prepares code compliance and other reports as assigned.
• Advises other City departments regarding building, mechanical and life/safety concerns with City buildings.
• Issues correction notices where violations are evident and issues stop work orders where violations are not corrected. Advises other departments or personnel regarding the posting of nonconforming structures.
• Assists in maintaining proper records relating to the duties of the Building Inspection Division.
• Participates in Code organizations to represent the Citys interests. May work with staff or citizens on boards, commissions or committee either as a member or to provide staff support and information.
• Performs mechanical and plumbing related inspections as assigned.
• Drives City vehicle as required.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations and citizen customers.
• Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies and the general public.
• Performs essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conditions and physical demands described herein.
• Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques of construction trades, including structural, plumbing, heating, sewer and water connections, etc.
• Ability to read and work with digital plan sets.
• Ability to learn and apply related Minnesota State Building Code.
• Ability to perform professional inspections of considerable difficulty in office and field.
• Ability to perform word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to work effectively with City personnel, contractors and general public in office and field, providing appropriate assistance where necessary.
• Ability to prepare and keep accurate records and reports.
• Ability to be detail oriented and to follow through with tasks.
• Ability to perform duties with tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to perform specialized tasks involving initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain a team and service-oriented approach to work.
• Must have the ability to accept criticism or discipline.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Handles confidential information appropriately.
• Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical degree or Minnesota License in relevant field. Direct experience in installing, or designing mechanical systems.
• A combination of training and experience substantially equivalent to the following:
• Six- Eight years experience in commercial/industrial/residential or four years HVAC construction and/or HVAC service.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain within 6 months a current Certified Building Official Limited Certification in the State of Minnesota.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain within 12 months a current ICC M1 - Residential Mechanical Inspector Certification
• Working Knowledge of the State of Minnesota Building Code.
• Capable of safely performing physical actions necessary to conduct inspections at, above, or below ground level of construction sites.
• Must possess valid Class D driver's license with good driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical degree or Minnesota License in relevant field. Direct experience in installing, or designing and mechanical systems.
• ICC M2 - Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification
• Certified Building Official Certification in the State of Minnesota
• Municipal inspections experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions and occasionally requires pushing or pulling; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to fumes or airborne particles and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to toxic or

caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee often works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is exposed to wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. Exposure to computer monitors in the office is typical. This position works closely with others.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must contribute positively to a productive, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
• Must make workplace safety the top priority.
• Must know and practice the Cities mission, vision and values.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.