Building Code Inspector - Mechanical

Requirements and Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for a Building Code Inspector - Mechanical to support the Building Code Division.

High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.90 / Family $80.79

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $82.58 / Family $286.79

457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Inspections in building construction, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations.

Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Requires five (5) years supervisory experience in residential/commercial construction in either the structural, mechanical, plumbing, or electrical discipline depending on area of assignment.

Certified as a Building Code Inspector by the State of Florida, or eligible for certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as a Building Code Inspector, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Building Code, depending on area of assignment.

Certificate of Competency as General Contractor, Master Contractor, or Contractor depending on discipline.

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

• Degree in relevant field
• Certified Construction Manager, LEED Green Associate Certification, Concrete Certification or HVAC, Plumbing and/or Electrical Certification (depending on area of assignment)
• Fire Safety Inspector
• OSHA Certification
• Fluent in Spanish, Creole, other languages (Speak, read and write) [
  * Excluding English]
• ICC Energy Code certification
• Fundamentals of Code Enforcement certification by the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE)

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

• This is technical work in the enforcement of Chapter 9 Contractors of the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
• Performs building inspections on all types of structures.
• Performs building plan review on site.
• Investigates fraud complaints against licensed/unlicensed contractors and tree trimmers.
• Enforces licensing requirements for industries regulated by Broward County.
• Investigates violations of, and enforces the provisions of Florida Senate Statute 489, and Broward County Code of Ordinances Chapter 9 (Contractors).
• Generates and processes complaint case files.
• Attends and testifies in administrative, and criminal court hearings.
• Participates with various local law enforcement agencies, State Insurance Fraud Investigators, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in undercover sting operations against unlicensed contractors.
• Attends, presents, and prosecutes cases against licensed contractors before various Licensing Boards.
• Assists other agency sections as needed to provide expertise regarding licensing, and other pertinent local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Negotiates reimbursement of money from licensed/unlicensed respondents to complainants, holds funds as needed, and disburses with generated releases of lien and/or prosecution.
• Performs administrative work such as inspection resulting, uploading photos of construction and violations, e-mail, phone calls, attending work related meetings, and providing customer service.
• Performs code enforcement duties.
• Inspects and signs building permits cards.
• Enters time and activity in computer for daily activities and for payroll.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Manages Complexity

  Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

• Decision Quality

  Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to elevate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.

• Action Oriented

  Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization.

• Plans and Aligns

  Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with…