Building Inspector

Overview

Under the direction of the Building Official, the Building Inspector is responsible for application of the City’s adopted building codes through field inspection and plan review. This is accomplished by carrying out all responsibilities in accordance with clearly established departmental policies and procedures, City codes and ordinances, and state and federal regulations. The Building Inspector interfaces extensively with residents, builders, engineers, architects, developers, sub-contractors, and external customers.

Positive, customer service-oriented interaction with City staff, residents, and external customers is required.

Receives direct supervision from the Building Official. Exercises no supervision.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in routine inspections of commercial and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations of the City, County, State and Federal agencies.
• Assist in the inspection of foundation, concrete, framing, insulation, plumbing, heating, and electrical installation and a large variety of other complex and routine building inspections.
• Ensure conformance and compliance to International Building Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Energy Code, Swimming Pool Code, Existing Building Code, Minimum Housing Standards, and pertinent provisions of State and County health and environmental ordinances.
• Issue permits for work to be performed and ensure compliance with applicable City adopted building codes.
• Review building permits and confirm all required setbacks and easements are identified on the site plan.
• Assure proper and safe installations of routine and complex building systems.
• Make field reviews of plans and specifications.
• Resolve disputes between building inspection staff and developers, contractors, architects, engineers and the general public.
• Interpret building codes and work with builders, property owners and craftsmen in making changes necessary to conform with Codes.
• Coordinate building inspection activities with other City departments, divisions and sections and with outside agencies.
• Confer with architects, contractors, builders, engineers, and the general public in the field and office.
• Perform plan review as assigned.

• Respond to complaints received concerning code enforcement issues.
• Inspect the property complained about to determine if the complaint is legitimate.
• Send letters to property owners notifying them of the violations and the penalties for noncompliance.
• If there is no response to the letters, file with the Building Standards Commission or the Municipal Court for action against the parties.
• Take pictures, document correspondence, and gather any other evidence to be used in Building Standard Commission hearings or Court; if needed, attend Building Standards Commission or Court session to prosecute violations.

• Respond to questions and concerns of assigned staff or the public.

• Research, review and interpret applicable building trade codes and ordinances.
• Monitor and enforce building codes and ordinances related to life safety issues of the public.
• Review and provide recommendations for building code adoption.

• Conduct surveys and studies for various departments when requested.
• Substitute for Administrative Office staff during absences to answer telephones and write permits.
• Travel to construction sites, meetings, conferences and training.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

A High School diploma or equivalent; and minimum of two (2) years of work-related experience.

• Commercial and residential building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and inspection health and safety rules, regulations, codes and ordinances.
• Building construction material specifications and tolerances.
• Building code enforcement practices and procedures.
• Customer service practices and techniques.
• Computers and related equipment, as well as software applicable to assigned job.
• City policies and procedures.
• Federal, state and county laws, ordinances, rules and regulations relating to building inspections.
• Proper inspection methods and procedures.
• Safety precautions on construction sites.

• Commitment to providing excellent customer service as defined by the City of Belton.
• Effective…