Building Inspector III

Salary negotiable depending on qualifications, certifications and experience

• An employee in this class inspects construction and installation work in progress to enforce state codes for buildings and for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Work involves frequent field checks in the inspection of work in various stages of completion.
• Technical judgment is required to interpret provisions of Codes as applied to practical construction circumstances.
• Inspector specializes in one area of code compliance and has certifications in multiple trades and is trained as backup in other areas.
• This position has supervisory responsibilities for field inspections and supervises inspectors in the field.
• Inspections require physical effort and are performed under hazards present in dealing with construction work in progress.
• Tact, courtesy, and firmness must be exercised in dealing with developers, contractors, and the general public.
• Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Building Inspector and is evaluated through spot checks of inspections and through conferences.

• Maintains office hours to answer questions concerning code compliance and the inspections process.
• Inspects building construction for compliance with codes; monitors foundations and framing process.
• Inspects electrical wiring systems in both new construction and renovations; approves temporary and final wiring for compliance with codes.
• Inspects buildings, and electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects and re-inspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken.
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary reports to Chief Building Inspector.
• Supervises and performs evaluations of inspectors working under his/her supervision.

• Considerable knowledge of construction and system installation procedures in at least all trade areas (building construction, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.)
• Considerable knowledge of state codes in the area of specialization.
• Skill in the interpretation of codes, including building and minimum housing in their application to specific situations.
• Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Ability to supervise and perform appraisals of subordinate employees.

• Experience as a code inspector in building, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical work as a contractor; or an equivalent combination of experience and training with a minimum Level II certification in multiple trades.
• Level III certification is preferred or a Level II certification with a probationary Level III.

• State certification Level II in multiple inspection areas.
• Possession of valid North Carolina driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• Ability to physically negotiate a construction site including climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, walking on uneven ground, lifting, and carrying heavy plans.

The Town of Southern Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer