Building Inspector​/Plans Examiner , II, or III - Electrical

General Description Of Class

This is a specialized technical position that involves inspecting construction work and reviewing building construction plans. An employee in this classification is responsible for performing various technical activities of average difficulty, including conducting inspections of construction work and reviewing plans and specifications submitted for review and approval by the Building Inspection Division.

Assignments are of considerable difficulty, requiring that the employee possess extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and principles, and the ability to apply that knowledge in examining building construction plans and inspecting construction to ensure required conformance. Responsibility extends to determining conformance with current building codes, local flood control regulations, and the City’s zoning ordinance. The employee also maintains complete, accurate, and up‑to‑date records of plan reviews and inspections, and contacts with customers, including engineers, architects, and contractors.

Under the general supervision of the Chief Building Inspector, an employee in this classification performs assignments that require considerable initiative and independent judgment in interpreting building codes, zoning regulations, and flood control ordinances. Performance is reviewed through periodic written and verbal reports and evaluation of results obtained.

• Conducts routine and complex inspections, which could include building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, residential, and sign applications, depending on the needs of the Division and the inspector's certifications.
• Builds inspections include, but are not limited to, inspections of foundations, concrete slabs, bond beams, tie beams, lintels, plaster, steel placement, columns, framing, insulation, roofing, and related construction work for conformance with codes, ordinances, approved plans, and issued permits. May additionally include inspections of mobile homes, accessory buildings, and structures for placement, height, foundation, setback, and anchorage, and additional inspections as required by code.
• Electrical inspections include, but are not limited to, inspections of underground, rough, and final electrical systems, including grounding and bonding, proper conductor sizing, the proper use of materials, and additional inspections as required by code.
• Plumbing inspections include, but are not limited to, the inspection of underground sewer and water lines, rough and final plumbing inspections, the installation of other plumbing devices and equipment, and additional inspections as required by code.
• Mechanical inspections, including, but not limited to, rough and final inspections of mechanical equipment and ductwork, and additional inspections as required by code.
• Examines residential, commercial, and industrial construction plans and specifications to determine conformance with current building codes, zoning regulations, and flood control regulations.
• Makes final approval of plans as required for the issuance of building permits.
• Reviews preliminary plans with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners to provide information on code requirements and minimize problems with subsequent plan reviews.
• Ensures that persons performing work are properly licensed and have secured necessary permits.
• Issues stop‑work notices if construction work is not properly permitted, does not conform to the City’s codes and ordinances, State statutes, or is outside the scope of a contractor’s license.
• Contacts property owners and contractors to explain the nature of violations detected and to provide building, permitting, zoning, and other code information.
• Maintains records of inspections and plan reviews completed and other work performed; compiles data and submits electronic and/or written reports.
• Interprets and explains the assigned ordinances and codes to the general public, property owners, businesses, builders, contractors, and other interested parties.
• Exercises considerable tact and courtesy necessary to explain needs for successful plan review and inspection, and to assist customers in altering…