Building Inspector I

City of Rosenberg•Rosenberg, TX

About The Position

The Building Inspector I is the first level in a four-level Building Inspector progression series. The position inspects commercial and residential construction to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, building codes, and municipal codes. Duties include inspecting structures, materials, and on-site work; reviewing plans and permits; identifying violations; preparing reports and maintaining project records; and communicating with contractors, builders, homeowners, and the public. The position also responds to complaints, supports educational-material development, maintains databases, and may assist the Code Enforcement Division or perform code compliance inspections and investigations as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or successful completion of the GED test.
Training and experience using a personal computer with Microsoft Office.
Two years of experience in building, construction, or a closely related field for Building Inspector I.
ICC Combination Residential Inspector certification, consisting of four certifications, must be obtained within 24 months of employment; at least two of the four must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
The four required certifications are Residential Building Inspector (B1), Residential Electrical Inspector (E1), Residential Mechanical Inspector (M1), and Residential Plumbing Inspector (P1).
Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
Reliable transportation and liability insurance.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and controlled substance screening; appointment is conditional on passing these checks.

Responsibilities

Inspect residential and commercial buildings and structures for compliance with applicable codes.
Read and interpret building plans, codes, specifications, and approved shop drawings.
Approve or deny installation or construction.
Inspect on-site electrical, building, plumbing, gas, and mechanical work for conformance with City codes and ordinances.
Verify work against plans and specifications and confirm the locations of key components.
Inspect building materials and construction procedures during construction.
Review building permits and blueprints for new construction, additions, swimming pools, and remodeling; evaluate permits for code requirements and review case history.
Investigate citizen complaints concerning building-code and ordinance violations and make findings-based judgments and recommendations.
Prepare and issue code-violation notices, advise owners and contractors about corrective actions, and follow up to confirm compliance.
Provide feedback to site owners and construction personnel, identify violations, and prepare correspondence and reports.
Manage special projects and consult with architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the public about codes, plan reviews, and inspection findings.
Enforce contract documents and uphold the City's interests when working with contractors, architects, and engineers.
Assist the Code Enforcement Division as needed.
Write thorough reports documenting construction history, problems, inspection results, and other relevant project data.
Provide administrative support, including gathering information, completing requests, answering phones, entering database data, and maintaining inspection logs and records.
Maintain project files containing plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, change orders, and important correspondence.
Perform other assigned duties and, as needed, code compliance inspections and investigations.
Obtain the required ICC Combination Residential Inspector certifications within the stated employment timelines.

Benefits

Three weeks of vacation per year after the first year; two weeks during the first year.
Medical insurance at no cost to the employee.
Dental and vision insurance offered.
Pet insurance offered.
Supplemental insurance offered.
$25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
13 days of City-observed paid holiday leave.
16 hours of paid personal days each year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Retirement plan with a 7% employee gross-salary contribution to TMRS and a City match of 2 to 1.
Longevity pay of $7.50 per month per year of service, paid annually each December.
Employee Fitness Center.