Building Trades Inspector; Multi - Trade Inspector

$29.24-$43.85 (Multi
- Trades Inspector I)

$30.70-$46.05 (Multi
- Trades Inspector II)

$32.23-$48.35 (Multi
- Trades Inspector III)

DEFINITION: This position conducts field inspections of installations, extensions or repairs to buildings and /or systems involving two or more trades, including mechanical, electrical and/or systems involving two or more trades, including mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing systems for single family residences and commercial establishments. Ensures compliance with relevant code.

REPORTS TO: Inspections Administrator

An incumbent in this position may be designated as MULTI - TRADE INSPECTOR I, II or III dependent upon the qualification, experience and knowledge of the selected applicant. Be willing to accept all training assigned.

• Primarily Building Inspector.
• Schedules and performs inspections of building systems to ensure compliance with state/local codes and policies.
• Accurately document inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Provide technical advice to assist contractors and citizens in resolving building compliance problems.
• Schedule and perform inspections for other trades as needed to ensure compliance with local and state codes and policies.
• Review building plans for building system design to ensure compliance with local and state requirements.
• Shall continue obtaining certifications until Level III certified in all trades.
• Schedule and attend certification courses when eligible.
• Schedule exams when eligible.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Performs inspections of residential and commercial building projects for compliance with North Carolina building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Reviews permit applications and plans; notes corrections to meet code standards.
• Accurately document inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Answers inquiries by phone or in person.
• Research building codes.
• Schedule and attend certification courses as courses are made available.
• Shall continue obtaining certifications until Level III certified in all trades.
• Schedule exams when eligible.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Performs inspections of residential and commercial building projects for compliance with North Carolina building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Accurately document inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Reviews permit applications and plans; notes corrections to meet code standards.
• Answers inquiries by phone or in person.
• Research building codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) years’ experience in a related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Immediately apply for all 4 probationary certificates.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold all 4 level II standard certificates and probationary level III’s in each trade.
• Or hold a level III standard certificate in one trade and probationary I in all other trades.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold all 4 level III standard certificates.

• Knowledge of building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Knowledge of building inspection policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the city's ordinances.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and…