Building Inspector - Commercial

City of Richmond Heights, MO • Richmond Heights, MO

8d • $65,144 - $72,436 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex technical work inspecting commercial and residential properties and reviewing plans for compliance with City codes, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Building Zoning Administrator.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of State building and related codes, laws and ordinances.
• Thorough knowledge of building construction materials and methods and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected.
• Thorough knowledge of State building practices, policies, rules and regulations.
• General knowledge of GIS.
• Ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials and hazards of fire and collapse.
• Ability to read and interpret codes, manufacturer specifications and building site plans and apply code requirements to visual inspections.
• Ability to learn permitting software.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints accurately and to compare them with construction in process.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to make public presentations.
• Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, business owners, builders, engineers, architects, elected officials and the general public.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Considerable experience with building inspections and plan review.
• Commercial and Residential Inspector Certifications.
• Property Maintenance Inspector Certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conducts commercial and residential building inspections for conformance to building, electrical, plumbing, framing, mechanical, and fire safety codes and ordinances.
• Conducts permit inspections.
• Responds to and assists with systematics and complaints.
• Assists with building department computer items.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED