Building Inspector; A262120-7 Building Inspections

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Meets with clients and reviews plans to ensure they are in compliance with the City's ordinance and building code requirements; completes building and plumbing permit applications; performs follow-up field inspections, which includes: foundation inspections, framing inspection, and final inspection.
• Inspects designated areas to check for possible building code and City ordinance violations; conducts verbal warning of violators and performs follow-up inspections; issues citations and files with the court for noncompliance.
• Checks and reviews plans, specifications, and materials for conformance to existing codes and ordinances.
• Advises contractors, property owners, and other interested parties on matters concerning codes and ordinance compliance.
• Computes fees for buildings and plumbing permits.
• Performs site inspections to ensure that new, additions, repairs, alterations, remodelings, and demolitions on residential and commercial construction is in compliance with existing building and plumbing codes and ordinances.
• Prepares and maintains a log of all inspections and posts copy of inspection report on job site; maintains a copy for division records.
• Checks and investigates complaints concerning violations of codes and ordinances.
• Interprets and explains existing codes and ordinances enforced by the Building Development Services Department.
• Assists the Building Official in preparing for all Board of Adjustment meetings.
• Assumes additional responsibilities in the absence of the Building Official.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of existing ordinances, laws, and regulations governing building construction including new buildings, building additions, repairs, alterations, codes, remodeling, demolitions, and moving of structures.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques of building construction.
• Knowledge of mathematics to compute permit fees and take measurements in the field.
• Knowledge of flood hazard and fire district areas.
• Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical inspections.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of demolition work.
• Knowledge of building and plumbing inspections and swimming pool inspections.

• Ability to read plans and specifications and to determine conformance to codes and ordinances enforced by the division.
• Ability to use computers and electronic devices necessary to complete reports and inspections.
• Ability to make decisions to determine permit compliance with established standards.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established polices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental…