Building Inspector​/Senior Building Inspector

Overview

Salary:
Hiring Salary: $24.31 - $35.30 per hour (DOQ).

• 3 medical insurance plans through Cigna
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• Vision & Dental Care
• Annual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hours
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid Parental Leave

The City of Dunedin, Florida is seeking candidates for the position of Building/Senior Building Inspector (Building & One & Two Family Dwelling or Residential) who possess standard building and one and two family dwelling or residential inspector licenses from the State of Florida, Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) OR who meet the eligibility requirements in section 468.609(2), F.S. to obtain provisional licenses as a building and one and two family dwelling or residential inspector from the BCAIB.

Candidates for provisional licenses must demonstrate the necessary experience, postsecondary education or combination thereof in each category of certification sought. Candidates who possess standard licenses plus any additional standard licenses from the BCAIB in other inspector categories such as electrical, mechanical or plumbing are highly desirable. The City also has a Building Code Enforcement Certification Pay Policy that grants a 5% salary adjustment per certification after attaining additional BCAIB licenses in inspector and plans examiner categories.

Under general supervision, conducts inspections of residential and commercial buildings under construction and/or existing buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable building, electrical, mechanical, gas and plumbing codes, ordinances, regulations and state statutes. Prepares and maintains required records and reports. Performs related work as directed. Reports to the Chief Building Inspector/Plans Examiner.

• Inspects residential and commercial buildings during and after renovations or construction for building, electrical, plumbing, gas and/or mechanical code compliance; notifies owner or contractor of defects found and orders their correction.
• May inspect mobile home and other temporary structure set-ups and tie-downs.
• May enforce zoning setbacks and easements.
• Examines blueprints and specifications for construction, renovations and alterations to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Interprets Florida building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes to City personnel, professionals and the general public.
• Maintains inspection records with accuracy; enters inspection results into computer.
• Communicates with developers, contractors, architects, engineers and property owners to discuss projects and inspection results.
• Prepares and issues notices of violation; presents cases to the Code Enforcement Board as required. Performs follow-up inspections and prepares affidavits of compliance as applicable.
• Attends classes, seminars, workshops, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills as required for continuing education.

Performs routine office work as required, including answering the telephone and returning messages, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, assisting customers at the counter, recording/retrieving data on computer, etc. Performs related duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED and five to seven years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, inspection, or plans review.
• Associate’s degree in building construction or related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
• Licensure by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as follows: requires two (2) or more standard inspector certifications, or the ability to obtain a provisional license in two (2) or more inspector categories.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
• This position is Category B for the purposes of Dunedin Emergency Management. The incumbent may be required to be onsite/available as scheduled during times of emergency as declared by the City/County Commission or City Manager.

• Knowledge of Job: Has knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the City of Dunedin as they pertain to essential duties. Understands applicable laws, ordinances, standards and regulations. Adheres to safety precautions and communicates effectively.
• Performance Aptitudes: Data utilization, human interaction, equipment usage, verbal and mathematical aptitude, functional and situational reasoning as applicable to duties.

• Physical Ability: Ability to exert moderate physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasional lifting (12-30 pounds).
• Sensory Requirements: Visual and auditory…