Inspector​/Plans Examiner Levels -III; Electrical; Career Path

The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction of new/existing buildings and review permit applications, building plans, and construction documents to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, plans, and specifications.

Depending upon experience and number of certifications held, this position may be filled at the following levels below, based on the experience and certifications.

• A. Inspector/Plans Examiner I: $29.65 - $44.47
• B. Inspector/Plans Examiner II: $31.34 - $47.01
• C. Inspector/Plans Examiner III: $33.05 - $49.57

Performs field inspections of new/existing buildings during the construction process for compliance with applicable building codes and ordinances; compares actual work to planned work to ensure compliance with approved construction plans; inspects new/remodeled single-family homes, multi-family homes, commercial buildings, industrial buildings, businesses, and accessory building and improvements.

Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; follows up on code enforcement violations.

Coordinates inspection activities with other departments, property owners, contractors, other inspectors, or other individuals.

Investigates structural damage by fire, storm, or accident. Conducts post event damage assessment and provides field evaluation data for tracking and reporting. Issues unsafe structure notices; conducts re-inspection.

Determines whether construction work passes or fails inspections; identifies violations of laws, codes, or regulations; identifies construction performed without a permit.

Posts/issues violation notices, "not approved" notices, and correction notices as appropriate.

Maintains documentation/records of inspection activities and violations.

Reviews building permit applications, site plans, and construction documents for completeness and conformance with the applicable provisions of the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical codes; ensures that projects have approval from proper agencies; monitors status of pending applications.

Provides information and technical assistance concerning building codes, technical requirements, permit requirements; explains the permit application process and associated fees to customers; assists applicants with applications; refers applicants to other departments to facilitate permit issuance; responds to complaints, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.

Determines whether submitted documents comply with applicable codes; writes permit review comments; calculates building fees and impact fees.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, comment reports, statistical reports, charts, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, permit applications, architectural plans, blueprints, surveys, engineering reports, permits, maps, codes, ordinances, policies, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; maintains computerized files; utilizes word processing, database, or other software programs.

Operates/utilizes a variety of equipment, tools, or instruments associated with field inspections, which may include a motor vehicle, scale, tape measure, testing instruments, or drafting instruments.

Copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, and other related materials; makes microfilm copies; coordinates blueprint reprints.

Prepares departmental files; locates, removes, and/or files documents; maintains file system of departmental records; prepares documents for microfilming.

Performs research functions as needed; researches flood zone areas, zoning maps, zoning books, and past permits.

Answers the telephone; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, city officials, code enforcement personnel, law enforcement personnel, architects, contractors, engineers, consultants, agents, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Attends meetings; serves on committees as directed.

Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new materials, devices, products, and construction methods; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Assists in providing cross-training to inspectors in other specialties to establish and maintain conformity.

Participates in hurricane and other disaster preparedness activities.

Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.…