Sr. Building Inspector

Building Inspector – I/II, Certified Building Inspector, Senior Building Inspector

ESSENTIAL
* DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. This description is general in nature and is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities.

• Make on-site residential and commercial inspections during all phases of construction to ensure compliance with various ICC codes, including building, gas, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, and verifies compliance with zoning and other ordinances.
• Maintain computer records and reports concerning inspections, licenses, permits, certificates, etc.
• Perform on site license checks of plumbers, electricians and others that are required to be licensed under city ordinance or State License Laws.
• Conduct required inspections during building condemnation procedures.
• Consult with engineers, architects, builders, and contractors to discuss plans and compliance with various codes.
• Answer questions in person and on telephone regarding, building ordinance compliance, and citizens' complaints.
• Provide customer service to other departments and public as needed.
• Prepare and write departmental reports and correspondence.

• Train, and oversee subordinate building inspectors.
• May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of subordinate staff in the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Additional work hours may be required to complete projects during peak work periods.

• Required:
  
  High School graduation and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record.

• Certified in International Code Council Residential Plumbing Inspector or obtain certification.
• Certified in International Code Council Commercial Plumbing Inspector or obtain certification.
• Med-Gas Course completion or Backflow Certification

• Licensed as a Plumbing Inspector by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners or obtain certification.
• Certified in International Code Council as either a building, electrical, mechanical, energy code inspector or combination inspector Examiners or obtain certification.

• Preferred Education and/or
  
  Experience:
  
  Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent and four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer by the Texas Department of Licenses and Regulation (TDLR)

• Technical and administrative aspects of building inspections, building codes, and city ordinances.
• Construction, plumbing, electrical systems, framing, foundation, and heating and air conditioning systems.
• Contractor licenses.
• Regulations and guidelines prepared by state relative to the city's building inspection requirements.
• Office Systems:
  Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems and filing and records management systems.
• Office Software:
  Current word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database programs used by the City; particularly, the MS Office Suite.
• English Language:
  The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning of words and grammar.

• Interpret and communicate to others zoning laws, building codes, and other related codes.
• Read detailed blueprints.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees, state and local government agencies, contractors, builders, and the general public.
• Demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication
• Proficient in using Microsoft applications (including Word, Excel).
• Accuracy:
  Paying attention to detail in dealing with numbers, words, documents, and ideas.
• Be able to provide accurate and timely information to the public
• Active Listening:
  Listening to what others are saying and asking questions as appropriate.
• Cooperation:
  Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Critical Thinking:
  Using logic and analysis to identify…