Combination Building Inspector​/Electrical Inspector On-Call

Overview

EXEMPT:

No
CLASSIFICATION:

Part
-Time (On-call/Temporary)

REPORTS TO:

Chief Building Official
DEPARTMENT:

Community and Economic Development
SALARY RANGE:

Hourly
Combination Inspector $29.74- $44.61
Electrical Combination Inspector $36.15- $54.23
HIRING RANGE:

Hourly
Combination Inspector $29.74 – $37.18
Electrical Combination Inspector $36.15 – $45.19

Organizational Competencies and Cultural Values
The mission of every employee at the Town of Frederick is to “Foster an Exceptional and Inclusive Community that is Built on What Matters”. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the Town’s core values of Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication.

This position supports the goals of the Community and Economic Development Department, which plans, promotes, and sustains an attractive and high-quality living and working environment by facilitating appropriate land use and infrastructure decisions ensuring that the community continues to develop in a safe, aesthetically pleasing and sustainable manner.

NATURE OF WORK
The Combination Inspector will support the initiatives of the Building Division and Community and Economic Development Department. Qualified candidates will operate as a team member and work individually on a variety of projects, and on some occasions will function as a project leader. The ideal candidate will be effective and thrive in a relationship-building role while also exemplifying the FRED values of the Town.

The Combination Inspector serves under the direction and general leadership of the Chief Building Official. The Combination Inspector performs professional project management and inspections; develops and maintains relationships with the development community and can address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner.

The individual in this position must be able to establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization’s mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• The duties listed herein are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required or assigned.
• Understand all state and local building codes and regulations pertaining to the building and construction.
• Inspect all buildings under construction ensuring compliance with all adopted building codes.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, building owners, tradesmen, contractors and the public.
• Complete plan reviews on residential and commercial plans as assigned.
• Work independently on field inspections and plan reviews making decisions utilizing technical judgement.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with a technical superior on more difficult and unusual cases.
• Submits work to periodic checks and reviews by a technical superior.
• Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Inspects new and existing residential, commercial and industrial installations and equipment for compliance with applicable state and local codes and ordinances.
• Issues correction notices where installations are found to be in violation of applicable codes and ordinances.
• Make recommendations on correct methods of installation and construction.
• May review submitted plans and specifications for compliance with applicable state and local codes and ordinances.
• Coordinates with contractors regarding the design of new residential or commercial buildings as well as the alteration of existing residential and commercial buildings within the Town.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and operates a Town motor vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Must be able to operate tape measures, levels, computer, mobile tablet, calculator, telephone (office and cellular), light ladders, small hand tools, office equipment, radios, boots, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves and light-duty pick-up truck or SUV.