Mechanical Equipment Inspector; Class Code 2240

position overview

beginning level inspectional and law enforcement work in maintaining legal requirements and safety standards relating to mechanical equipment; and related work as required.

• possession of a valid driver’s license.
• a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or two (2) years of full‑time experience in the installation and maintenance of boilers, refrigeration and air‑conditioning systems, gas equipment, elevators, or other mechanical equipment.
• must be able to use own automobile; employees required to use automobiles will be paid a car allowance.
• must be certified by the international code council as a residential mechanical inspector during the probationary period.
• must pass a background check for any convictions related to responsibilities and requirements.
• must provide original documents of qualifying credentials to the hiring agency prior to the start date.

• one‑year probationary period; no probationary period may last longer than one year.
• employees not certified by icc during the probationary period will be terminated and must wait one year from the end of the probationary period or obtain certification to be considered for rehire.
• applicants hired between april 1, 2025 and march 31, 2027 are exempted from the requirement to reside in orleans parish.

• employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history.
• criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

the city of new orleans is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry. Requests for alternate format or accommodations should be directed to shana parker at (504) 658‑3516 or tty/voice at (504) 586‑4475 or (504) 658‑4020.