Part-Time Inspector , II, or Combination Inspector

The Gloucester County Building Inspection Department is seeking positions immediately for Inspector I, Inspector II, or Combination Inspector, contingent upon qualifications.

Under supervision, performs technical and skilled inspection work in the area of expertise of the building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures during various stages of construction, alteration, renovation and/or repair.

Employee must exercise independent judgment in applying these standards to a variety of work situations. Employee must also exercise considerable tact, courtesy and firmness in dealing with contractors, property owners and the public.

Reports to the Building Official.

The starting salary and selection will depend upon qualifications and experience.

Performs residential, commercial, industrial building and structure, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for compliance with the USBC, County ordinances, and related state laws.

Uses electronic permitting system to prepare and complete inspection reports and plans review checklists; maintains all necessary reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work. Takes inspection requests over the telephone, in person, and from call‑in line and prepares inspection request forms; testifies in court in code violation cases, as necessary.

Reviews and studies Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBS), National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations as well as other County codes and ordinances to stay informed of changes in trade area(s) of expertise; attends training and completes necessary classes to maintain required inspection certification.

Performs technical and skilled inspection work in areas of expertise of the building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures during various stages of construction, alteration, renovation and/or repair. Performs residential, commercial, industrial building and structure, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for compliance with the USBC, County ordinances, and related state laws.

Uses electronic permitting system to prepare and complete inspection reports and plans review checklists; maintains all necessary reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work. Takes inspection requests over the telephone, in person, and from call‑in line and prepares inspection request forms; testifies in court in code violation cases, as necessary.

Reviews and studies Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBS), National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations as well as other County codes and ordinances to stay informed of changes in trade areas of expertise; attends training and completes necessary classes to maintain required inspection certifications.

Performs residential, commercial, industrial building and structure, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for compliance with the USBC, County ordinances, and related state laws; uses electronic permitting system to prepare and complete inspection reports and plans review checklists; maintains all necessary reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work; and schedules follow‑up inspections in the electronic system as necessary until phase of project is completed.

Answers code‑related questions from design professionals, contractors, builders and private citizens, both over the phone and in person; takes inspection requests over the telephone, in person and from call‑in line and prepares inspection request forms.

Reviews and studies Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBS), National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations as well as other County codes and ordinances to stay informed of changes in trade area(s) of expertise; attends training and completes necessary classes to maintain required inspection certification.

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