Mechanical/Fuel Gas inspector

Put your HVAC experience to work in a role that offers a steady schedule and more time outside of work. The City of Boise is hiring for a Mechanical/Fuel Gas Inspector to inspect residential and commercial HVAC and fuel gas systems throughout Boise and help ensure safe, quality construction. 

This position typically works Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., offering an alternative to the long weeks, weekend work and unpredictable schedules that can come with the trade. 

Qualified candidates must hold an Idaho Journeyman HVAC Installer license, but previous inspection experience is not required. The City will support you in obtaining the required International Code Council (ICC) mechanical inspector certifications within six months of hire. Bring the experience you’ve built in the field while gaining a consistent schedule, excellent City benefits and more time for life outside of work.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Four years of experience as a licensed HVAC journeyman
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Licensed as a Journeyman HVAC Installer in the State of Idaho and continued maintenance of required certifications.
• Obtain within six months the Residential and Commercial Mechanical Inspector certifications from the International Code Council (ICC).
• Obtain within six months the City of Boise Sediment Control Responsible Person certification.

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

Why the City of Boise?
The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement (11.96% employer contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457(b)
• 10 hours vacation per month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave per month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Performs mechanical and fuel gas inspections on permitted construction projects under supervision. Inspects residential and standard commercial systems to verify installations comply with approved plans, applicable codes, and safety standards. Reads and follows approved plans, notes, Air Condition Contractors of America (ACCA) reports, specifications, and manufacturer installation instructions. Assists in verifying equipment and fuel gas sizing and installation. May perform limited erosion and sediment control inspections. 

Assists in reviewing mechanical and fuel gas plans and engineering designs for compliance with local, state and national mechanical and fuel gas codes and applicable regulations. 

Prepares draft correction notices and assists with follow up on the correction of deficiencies of mechanical and fuel gas systems and installations identified during inspections. Observes inspection area for work being performed without permits, proper occupancy approval and for dangerous conditions and reports findings to senior staff. Assists in issuing notices of violation, including stop work orders, and civil penalties where unsafe or illegal conditions exist. Assists with inspections of permitted work to verify work in progress and projects with minimal documented activity. Coordinates the termination of utilities due to serious code and life-safety violations with the local utilities, supervisor and Planning and Development Services (PDS) management. Assists with verifying the proper licensing of plumbing contractor and journeyman-level workers on construction job sites. Responds to complaints from tenants about substandard housing conditions involving plumbing code violations. 

Works collaboratively with other building division inspectors to ensure a complete and accurate construction site inspection record. Records inspection results and other pertinent information regarding construction site activity in department database. Coordinates inspection coverage of the city with other PDS staff to ensure that all mechanical and fuel gas requirements are completed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, certificate of compliance or other final approval. 

Provides information to design professionals, contractors, homeowners and others on solutions to technical and code problems. Provides information to customers regarding mechanical and fuel gas code requirements, regulations and permit processing issues. Resolves customer service issues and answers questions from city staff and the public regarding inspection scheduling, fees, permits and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) licensing compliance. Confers with mechanical section supervisor on difficult enforcement problems. Attends on-site pre-construction, final and problem resolution conferences and helps develops plans for final occupancy with architects and others associated with projects. 

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• Local, state and national mechanical and fuel gas codes, rules and ordinances
• Mechanical and fuel gas installation practices, systems and materials
• Computer usage including related software
• Legal processes involved in the enforcement of building codes and ordinances.

Ability to:

• Interpret and apply national, state and local codes and detect physical defects in mechanical and fuel gas installations and recommend corrections
• Read and interpret mechanical and fuel gas plans and specifications and accurately compare work-in-progress to such plans
• Exercise technical judgment based on trade and technical experience and familiarity with a wide variety of mechanical, heating, cooling, ventilation, fuel gas and exhaust system design, installation, repair or maintenance problems
• Understand and apply approved ACCA reports for residential construction
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including citizens, other city employees, contractors and design professionals
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Associate's degree in engineering, construction management or related field and five years of experience in building systems and codes, governmental or third-party mechanical and fuel gas code inspection experience.

Mechanical and fuel gas plan review certification from the International Code Council (ICC).

Residential and commercial mechanical and fuel gas inspector certifications from the International Code Council (ICC).


The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate and rarely loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to chemicals. Safely navigates all types of new and existing construction sites, typical hazards include temporary safety installation, heavy equipment, ladders, scaffolding, open trenches, excavation sites, and dogs.