Development Services Mechanical Inspector

City Hall

Plan Reviewer, Development Services Inspector IV

Starting Rate: $32.18 - After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors.

This position is represented by the AFSCME union.

For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements 

Benefits offered for this opportunity:  AFSCME Benefit Summary

Role Summary:

Performs inspections and plan reviews of residential and commercial improvements, repairs and construction, construction sites and rental housing for determining compliance with requirements of the applicable codes, ordinances, standards and regulations.

Education, Training and Experience Required:


* High School Diploma or GED Equivalent


* Four (4) years documented construction experience or two (2) years performance of code inspections or (2) years plan review experience


* Must complete CEU’s for maintenance of Licenses and Certifications


* Act 407 (formerly Act 54) registration or (within 30 days of hire, must make application for ACT 407 registration to the State of Michigan)

Education, Training and Experience Preferred:


* Two (2) years property maintenance code experience


* Two (2) years architectural experience

Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry)


* AACE or ICC Housing certification (within 6 months) & 4 years of documented construction experience (as required by discipline)


* Specific requirements for each discipline must be met.

Requirements can be found at: MI Administrative Code


* Valid Driver’s License

View Additional Requirements and Information at:  Development Services Inspector Job Description

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