Building Code Inspector I
About The Position
Perform on-site construction inspections to ensure compliance with adopted codes, approved plans, and specifications. Perform in-depth safety plan reviews for all new construction and renovation projects for facilities associated with UF. Prepare written reports approving or rejecting construction plans in accordance with the adopted codes. Record inspection results and plan review comments in permit tracking software. Approve installation of materials and methods for compliance with adopted codes. Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites. Make decisions as to code interpretations in area of expertise. Represent the department in area of expertise to various groups, such as architects and/or engineers, contractors, or subcontractors. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school and five (5) years of experience in inspection or the construction trades.
- Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
- Eligible for certifications by the Department of Professional Regulations as a building, plumbing, mechanical, fire or electrical inspector.
- Employee must complete certification within first six months of employment.
- Valid Florida driver license Required.
- Post offer heath assessment and background check required.
- Ability to read building blueprints and floor plans.
- Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
- Ability to take accurate measurements.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to climb.
- Ability to bend repeatedly.
- Ability to work in excessively noisy areas.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer certification as a building, plumbing, mechanical, fire or electrical plans reviewer by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
- Prefer certification in multiple disciplines.
- Bachelor’s degree in building construction.
- Five (5) years construction experience in each field of experience for which certified inspector and plan reviewer in the electrical trades.
Responsibilities
- Perform on-site construction inspections to ensure compliance with adopted codes, approved plans, and specifications.
- Perform in-depth safety plan reviews for all new construction and renovation projects for facilities associated with UF.
- Prepare written reports approving or rejecting construction plans in accordance with the adopted codes.
- Record inspection results and plan review comments in permit tracking software.
- Approve installation of materials and methods for compliance with adopted codes.
- Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites.
- Make decisions as to code interpretations in area of expertise.
- Represent the department in area of expertise to various groups, such as architects and/or engineers, contractors, or subcontractors.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
