Building Code Compliance Inspector

CITY OF CHEYENNE•Cheyenne, WY

21h•$65,936 - $92,311•Onsite

About The Position

To perform technical building inspection work in enforcing compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances; to confer with contractors, developers, designers, and property owners to ensure building codes are properly enforced. Assist Chief Building Official to carry out policies and coordinate with staff in the field to address and solve code compliance issues.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or supplemented by specialized training in one of the building trades and/or code enforcement.
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible building experience.
Possession of International Code Council or other approved agency, certification as an inspector in the appropriate field(s) or ability to obtain within one year.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate master’s license in appropriate field or ability to obtain within one year.
Qualifications as either journeyman plumber/HVAC or master plumber/HVAC will be given preference.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years of any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for this position.

Responsibilities

Inspect industrial, commercial, and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Conduct examination of plans and specifications of new construction, additions, and alterations to residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of applicable construction codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Inspect existing buildings and premises for change of use, occupancy, or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
Issue notices to comply on violations; maintain records of history of facts for possible legal actions.
Inspect foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, plumbing, gas plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, electrical installations, and a variety of other complex and routine building system elements.
Investigate complaints of hazardous or illegal conditions; perform inspections concerning complaints; resolve issues through the interpretation of codes and regulations.
Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the public in the field and office to explain and interpret requirements and restrictions.
Maintain files and reports regarding inspection and plan check activities and findings.
Operate a variety of communications and office equipment including a telephone, tablet, computer, and applicable software.
Coordinates with Plans Examiners, Chief Building official, compliance inspectors and other department staff to ensure projects are inspected in a timely manner.
Stay informed on current code requirements and maintain certifications required to perform required inspections.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.