Multi-Trade Residential Inspector

The City of Raleigh's department of Planning & Development is seeking an experienced Multi-Trade Residential Inspector to join its Building & Safety division. Multi-Trade Inspectors perform inspections during various stages of residential construction projects. Our inspectors make sure all work meets North Carolina state code requirements for the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades. This position involves communication with various project stakeholders, including city leadership and the public.

The ideal candidate shall have strong communication skills, be well organized, and a pro-active problem solver. A positive attitude and collaborative spirit are essential. The candidate is required to possess knowledge of construction processes and materials. This is truly a great opportunity for anyone who has the desire to significantly contribute to the greater good of the community and its building safety.

The City of Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina and remains one of the fastest growing areas in the country. Driven by a strong economy and outstanding quality of life, Raleigh is consistently ranked among the nation’s best places to live and operate a business. The "Capital City" offers many cultural and entertainment advantages of a large City without the traffic and other drawbacks.

Wake County is one of the top ranked public-school districts in the state, has nine universities and institutions of higher education, and is home of the Research Triangle Park, which is North Carolina's premier global innovation center.

The Planning and Development Department is responsible for planning and visioning for the future growth of Raleigh and permitting and inspections for residential and non-residential development projects. Our inspectors make sure that all work meets state code requirements for the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades. All four trade groups perform an average of 600 inspections a day in Raleigh!

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.

• Performs building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing field inspections of residential projects

• Responds to information requests and inquiries

• Provides technical advice to City staff, design professionals, the public, and other project stakeholders

• Provides interpretation of building codes and ordinances and those associated with applicable trade(s) specialty

• Performs code-related research

• Identifies trade code compliance issues

• Provides alternative solutions to resolve issues

• Prepares and maintains reports, records, data, and documentation related to inspections, plans review, research, and other project reviews

• Plan and prioritize schedule and field activities

• Maintain communication with property owners, other inspectors, and stakeholders to coordinate and facilitate inspection work

• Identifies, develops, implements, and maintains processes and practices that encourage, support, and promote effective, comprehensive, and meaningful citizen engagement

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 1 to 3 years’ experience in residential/commercial construction inspection, construction or related work;
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

• Valid NC Class C Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Level I certification in all four of the following:
  Plumbing Inspection, Mechanical Inspection, Electrical Inspection, Building Inspector

• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning, and monitoring work
• Principles, practices, and methods of specialized trade work of assigned area
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations
• Customer service principles

• Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, and monitoring work performed
• Performing inspections and reviewing plans to determine building code compliance
• Performing basic original research, compiling, and assembling data
• Identifying alternate solutions to building code compliance issues
• Providing interpretation and technical…