CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY – MECHANICAL INSPECTOR

Date Posted: Friday, October 2, 2026 | Department: Building Division | Deadline: Open until filled

About the role

The work environment involves both indoor office settings and active outdoor construction sites, requiring the ability to climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, enter crawlspaces, inspect rooftops, and walk uneven terrain in varying weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. There is no online City employment application for this contract opportunity; please contact John Tovey, Building Official at JTovey@nortonshores.org or (231) 799-6801 for further details on scope of work, certification requirements, and contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Field Inspections: Perform routine, preliminary, and final mechanical inspections on new construction, alterations, and renovations across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
• Code Compliance: Verify compliance with the state mechanical code, and local municipal amendments.
• Plan Review & Field Verification: Inspect installed systems against approved engineering plans, specs, and permit documentation.
• Documentation & Reporting: Log inspection results, be able to turn in inspections reports or upload field reports into the city’s permit tracking database in a timely manner.
• Technical Consultation: Provide professional, clear guidance to contractors, developers, property owners, and engineers regarding code requirements and necessary corrections.
• Re-Inspections: Conduct follow-up site visits to confirm that noted defects or code violations have been properly corrected.

Requirements

• State Certification/License: Must possess an active, valid State Mechanical Inspector Certification/License issued by the State licensing board (e.g., State Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs / Department of Labor).
• Driver's License: Active State Driver’s License with a clean driving record and reliable personal vehicle for code enforcement travel.
• Work Experience: Certified municipal mechanical inspector.
• Contractor Status: Must maintain required general liability insurance and worker’s compensation coverage (or valid state exemption) as required for municipal contractors.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of state mechanical codes, fuel gas codes, energy codes, and local building regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills when discussing violations with site personnel and property owners.
• Proficiency with mobile digital inspection tools, tablets, and municipal permitting software.