Building Inspector

Description

Help us build with confidence. We’re looking for an experienced, knowledgeable Building Inspector to support our community by reviewing plans, conducting on-site inspections, and ensuring construction projects meet all safety and code requirements. If you thrive on problem-solving and take pride in maintaining high standards, we’d welcome your expertise on our team.

• Performs on-site inspections of footings, foundations, framing, electrical hookups, plumbing, mechanical systems, manufactured homes, etc. in accordance with adopted codes.
• Conducts plan review of commercial and residential construction plans.
• Maintains records of building and inspection activity and completes related reports. Issues certificates and permits as appropriate.
• Assists in researching problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance. Responds to complex and sensitive building issues.
• Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Issues correction notices and citations.

• Assists in administering the permitting function, including application processing, fee assessment and collection, and permit issuance.
• Explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding all applicable codes within areas of responsibility to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and other interested parties.
• Assists the Board of Appeals as needed and provides required information.
• Reviews proposed subdivisions for code compliance.
• Performs the duties of plans examiner, building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical inspector.

• Possession or attainment of an ICC Residential Inspection Certification within the first year of employment.

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or GED equivalent; and
• Four (4) years of experience in general construction and related fields; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Continuing education for additional ICC Certifications.

• Thorough knowledge of building and general construction codes, and a thorough knowledge of carpentry work, cement work, and skill in applying knowledge of adopted building codes, zoning, and land use applications; and
• Skill in the operation of the listed equipment; and
• Ability to work well with the public and with contractors. Ability to read and understand complicated plans and blueprints. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.