Building Inspector II

City of Westerville•Westerville OH 43081, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Chief or Assistant Chief Building Official, the Code Inspector II performs technical inspections on industrial, commercial, and residential buildings in various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with the applicable codes and regulations of the City of Westerville and the State of Ohio. The work involves performing inspections on structural components, fire protection, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The position entails issuing written notices to comply on code violations and maintaining computer and paper file on various permits, explaining and interpreting code requirements to developers, contractors, and owners. A certification and/or strong background in Electric Safety Inspections is preferred.

Requirements

Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED).
Must possess one or ability to obtain more than one of the then current and valid State of Ohio Certification(s): (a) building inspector, residential building inspector, mechanical inspector, plumbing inspector, and/or residential building inspector, mechanical inspector, plumbing inspector, and/or residential plans examiner OR (b) Electrical Safety Inspector.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and must remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.
Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.
Knowledge of current State of Ohio codes and the related reference documents.
Knowledge of principles and practices of the code inspection process.
Knowledge of means and methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction industry.
Knowledge of city goals and objectives.
Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
Skill in use of modern office equipment and software.
Skill in computer operation.
Skill in motor vehicle operation.
Skill in critical thinking, judgment, and decision making.
Ability to answer inquiries and resolve complaints from contractors, builders, and the public in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work assignments and activities.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations and basic algebraic functions.
Ability to perform written documentation in a clear and concise fashion.
Ability to collate and classify information and data regarding inspection and permit activities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate a personal computer for the purpose of entering, accessing, and retrieving information and data regarding inspection and permit activities.
Ability to create letters and correspondence to other employees, contractors, engineers, architects, owners, and the general public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, other employees, contractors, engineers, architects, owners, and the general public.
Ability to conduct site inspections in adverse weather conditions, traverse construction terrain, and have sufficient dexterity and mobility to perform all inspections on structures/buildings of varying design and height.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism.
Ability to apply management principles to solve agency problems.

Nice To Haves

A certification and/or strong background in Electric Safety Inspections is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct technical inspections on industrial, commercial, and residential buildings in various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations of the City of Westerville and the State of Ohio.
Analyze site plans, blueprints, shop drawings, and related documents to understand the scope of proposed work.
Examine and perform plan review services on one, two, and three family dwellings to ensure compliance with the Residential Code of Ohio.
Issue written notices to comply on code violations and maintain digital and paper files on various permits.
Supervise and guide inspection activities under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official.
Develop and maintain detailed records of inspection activities in a computer software system.
Prepare written and oral reports on inspection activities.
Respond to complaints and perform property maintenance inspections.
Initiate action to owners of structures in a state of disrepair.
Consult with architects, engineers, builders, contractors, and owners regarding the provisions of various codes, related documents, and City ordinances.
Make recommendations and aid in solving problems.
Communicate effectively by receiving and responding to inquiries from the public both verbally and in writing.
Answer questions from the public, realtors, contractors, architects, and builders.
Respond to telephone inquiries.
Educate homeowners on the permit and inspection processes.
Maintain a positive working relationship with outside agencies, professional organizations, and other City departments.
Attend required continuing education classes for certification renewal.
Attend seminars, conferences, and training sessions when requested.
Attend meetings as required.
Review trade bulletins, publications, and new product literature to remain current on developments in the construction field.
Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
Maintain required licenses and/or certifications.
Perform other duties as assigned.