Multi-discipline Inspector

This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Community Development Director. Limited supervision, inspects residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures in all stages of construction, alteration, repair or demolition to assure compliance with applicable state and local regulations. Enforces building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and/or safety codes, laws, regulations and standards. This position entail mainly tasks that are technical and diverse in nature.

Regular work hours are 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday which is 40 hours per week, schedule may be adjusted based on the needs of the department and supervisor. Extended hours may be required. Must be able to comply with flexible work schedules as established by supervisor or management.

This is a multi-disciplinary position. Persons working in this job category may function as a building inspector, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical inspector, or any and/or all disciplines. Inspection duties are dependent on State of NM CID tests taken and certifications obtained. Building inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial building systems. Electrical inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial electrical systems. Plumbing inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial plumbing systems.

Mechanical inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial mechanical systems. Inspectors perform inspections and reinspections throughout the construction process and approve inspections or issue corrections as needed. When the project is finished, they do a final, comprehensive inspection and provide written or oral feedback related to their findings.

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with code requirements. Communicates with architect or engineer regarding questions related to plans. Approves plans and issues appropriate permit.
• Inspects new construction, alteration, repair or demolition at residential, commercial and industrial projects to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Verifies materials used, and compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations. Documents deficiencies and deviations from plans and communicates requirements for correction with contractors, architects, engineers and owners. Refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to Building Official or Department Director.
• Issues violation notices and stop-work orders until building is compliant, keeps daily logs, including photographs taken during inspection, and verify alignment, level, and elevation of structures to ensure building compliance.
• Interprets Village codes and issues notices of violation. Analyzes practices and recommends improvements.
• Maintains, updates, and assures the accuracy of inspection records, project documentation and project files.
• Provides customer service. Answers questions and concerns related to codes and Village requirements. Including from walk-in customers at the counter. Return phone calls within 24 hours. Consults with contractors and homeowners concerning deficiencies with technical requirements. Investigates citizen complaints against contractors and coordinates effective resolution of conflicts and disagreements. Responds to requests for information. Provides technical information to Village staff as authorized.
  
  Provides general assistance to the public within scope of authority.

• Enters data into computerized database, creates permit records, and queries database and prints reports.
• Completes personal timesheet accurately and timely in the Employee Self Service software and ensures time is reported based on actual time worked.
• Ensures that any reports of harassment are immediately reported so appropriate actions are taken.
• Ensures computer is backed up once a month and adheres to IT Policies in place by the Village of Ruidoso.
• Reports any suspected fraud and/or abuse to the Community Development Director or Deputy Village Manager or Village Manager.
• Ensures that any on-the-job injury is reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms and actions.
• Must maintain and keep all certifications current and be up-to-date on all new State Construction Codes and Local Ordinances.
• Good Customer Service skills are needed when working with homeowners and contractors to explain any deficiencies that are found and help customer or contractors understand what is needed to fix the discrepancy.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as needed.
• The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. As a condition of…