Building Code Inspector - MECHANICAL

Broward County • Fl 33312, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is technical work in the enforcement of the Florida Building Code. Under the general supervision of the Building Official or high level administrator, the incumbent performs inspections for compliance with codes and regulations governing mechanical installations. Observes progress during various states of construction for possible defects and violations that must be corrected. Reviews code standards and departmental regulations and obtains compliance with codes. Reviews and checks blueprints, plans, complex calculations and sketches associated with a permit in relation to the actual construction, alteration or repair. Confers with contractors, engineers, architects, property owners and other interested parties, answers questions and explains building codes and regulations. Prepares and maintains records of plans, plan reviews, inspections, letters and reports prepared in connection with building permits. Attends meetings and conferences concerned with building code enforcement. Performs other related work as assigned. Work is performed with considerable independence within established codes, regulations and technical guidelines.

Requirements

• Requires five (5) years supervisory experience in residential/commercial construction in either the structural, mechanical, plumbing, or electrical discipline depending on area of assignment.
• Certified as a Building Code Inspector by the State of Florida, or eligible for certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) as a Building Code Inspector, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Building Code, depending on area of assignment.
• Certificate of Competency as a General Contractor, Master Contractor or Contractor depending on the discipline.
• Possess and maintain a Valid Florida Class E Driver License based on area of assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in relevant field
• Fundamentals of Code Enforcement certification by the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE)
• Certified Construction Manager, LEED Green Associate Certification, Concrete Certification or HVAC, Plumbing and/or Electrical Certification (depending on area of assignment)
• Fire Safety Inspector
• OSHA Certification
• Fluent in Spanish, Creole, other languages (Speak, read and write) [Excluding English]
• ICC Energy Code certification
• Experience with Virtual Plan Review software

Responsibilities

• Performs building inspections on all types of structures.
• Performs building plan review on site.
• Investigates fraud complaints against licensed/unlicensed contractors and tree trimmers.
• Enforces licensing requirements for industries regulated by Broward County.
• Investigates violations of, and enforces the provisions of Florida Senate Statute 489, and Broward County Code of Ordinances Chapter 9 (Contractors).
• Generates and processes complaint case files.
• Attends and testifies in administrative, and criminal court hearings.
• Participates with various local law enforcement agencies, State Insurance Fraud Investigators, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in undercover sting operations against unlicensed contractors.
• Attends, presents, and prosecutes cases against licensed contractors before various Licensing Boards.
• Assists other agency sections as needed to provide expertise regarding licensing, and other pertinent local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Negotiates reimbursement of money from licensed/unlicensed respondents to complainants, holds funds as needed, and disburses with generated releases of lien and/or prosecution.
• Performs administrative work such as inspection resulting, uploading photos of construction and violations, e-mail, phone calls, attending work related meetings, and providing customer service.
• Performs code enforcement duties.
• Inspects and signs building permits cards.
• Enters time and activity in computer for daily activities and for payroll.
• Conducts inspections for compliance with codes and regulations governing mechanical installations.
• Observes progress during various states of construction for possible defects and violations that must be corrected.
• Reviews code standards and departmental regulations and obtains compliance with codes.
• Reviews and checks blueprints, plans, complex calculations and sketches associated with a permit in relation to the actual construction, alteration or repair.
• Confers with contractors, engineers, architects, property owners and other interested parties, answer questions and explain building codes and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain records of plans, plan reviews, inspections, letters and reports prepared in connection with building permits.
• Attends meetings and conferences concerned with building code enforcement.

Benefits

• High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually
• Consumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $82.58 / Family $286.79
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match
• Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
• Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
• Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed