HVAC Inspector, Senior

General Description and Classification Standards

Performs inspections of commercial structures and residential, single-family and two-family detached structures for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.

                                                         

Supervision Received

Normally receives guidance regarding overall mission and unusual priorities, etc. but may set work methods, timetables, etc.

 

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  May perform other duties as assigned.

 

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Inspects new, additions and alterations of residential and commercial building construction HVAC systems, including high-rise buildings and large-box development projects for compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances such as mechanical and gas codes. Inspects the quality of materials for approved HVAC installation. Performs plan reviews daily on diagrams, prepared plans and specifications to ensure that they meet established codes and regulations. Conducts maintenance inspections of existing industrial, commercial and residential establishments or structures.

 

Determines conformance problems, issues notices regarding correction of defective work and performs reinspection’s. Issues citations and/or orders to stop work that is in violation of proper codes. Ensures that all work is performed in a safe manner using approved methods. Approves or denies certification of final inspection based on evaluations conducted during site visits when required. Consults with Building Official and State Codes and Standards Division and Department of Public Service when necessary

 

Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the general public. Explains and interprets requirements and restrictions of adopted codes and ordinances. Receives calls and answers questions about permits and code requirements. Directs inquiries as necessary relating to residential and commercial construction. Retrieve permit information from the computer; verifies legal data including owners, tax records and other data needed to issue permits

 

Maintains files and reports regarding inspection activities and findings on all active projects. Testifies in court as necessary. Drives to and from destinations as assigned by supervisor. Conducts pre-construction meeting with architects, engineers and contractors to explain code and legal regulations as related to new project construction.

 

May assist with scheduling appointments and reviewing and approving plans in compliance with applicable mechanical and gas codes and ordinances.

 

 

Decision Making

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Applies organizational policies. May interpret organizational policies and recommend exceptions.

 

 

Leadership Provided

Serves as a technical resource or mentor to other employees. May lead or instruct less experienced workers in high level or technical jobs.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.  It is not an exhaustive list.

 

Thorough knowledge of: City of Atlanta Building Code and other related codes, ordinances, laws, regulations and manuals governing HVAC work; safe and proper methods of HVAC systems, installation and repair; proper inspection methods an procedures; legal procedures involved in the enforcement of HVAC systems codes and ordinances; math f