Building Inspector III

The City of Kingsport performs technical inspection of all construction projects within the City of Kingsport to ensure compliance with appropriate building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes. It assists in enforcement of city codes, ordinances, and structures unfit for human habitation.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.

• Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial projects throughout various construction and/or remodeling phases for compliance with applicable city, state, and federal codes, regulations, and ordinances, including building, plumbing, electrical, and gas.
• Check the location of structures or additions against approved plans for compliance with city zoning ordinance for setbacks.
• Inspect materials, workmanship, foundations, footings, and framing.
• Coordinate and schedule joint commercial certificate of occupancy inspections with the Fire Marshal’s office.
• Refer interpretative questions of codes to the Chief Building Official for review and response to contractors and/or citizens.
• Enter inspection results, schedule inspections, and complete inspection checklists in the field.
• Issue certificates of occupancy when projects are completed.
• Attach all necessary documentation to permits or code cases.
• Maintain records and files of project status through community development software.
• Train and advise new inspectors.
• Oversee subordinates in the absence of the Chief Building Official.
• Review and approve residential plans for new construction, remodel, and additions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent, with five years of full-time construction work with responsibility as a foreman, inspector, superintendent, or related background; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Construction, or Engineering or closely related area and 3 years of full-time construction work with responsibility as a foreman, inspector, superintendent, or related background.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of building/construction inspection activities.
• Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of City of Kingsport codes and policies regarding zoning, environmental restrictions and other regulations.
• Knowledge of acceptable safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize computer programs essential to job performance, including table usage in the field.
• Skill in working effectively in an environment subject to quickly changing priorities, constant interruptions, frequent exposure to varying environmental conditions, and hazards of in-process construction.
• Skill in determining if construction plans/specifications conform with code requirements.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, city personnel, and the public.

• ICC Certification as Residential and Commercial Combination Inspector.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.