Building Inspector III (May be underfilled)

Salt Lake City Corporation•Louisville, KY

1d•$27 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Our Building Inspectors inspect the construction and occupancy of new and existing residential, industrial, and commercial structures for compliance with one or more of the City’s building, house, or zoning codes. This position works independently in the field and is responsible for decisions requiring a high level of problem solving and is required to perform multiple inspections on a single site. The ideal candidate will have one-year post-high-school education in a construction related field (construction management, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc.) plus one year of building construction, code enforcement, plan review, or building inspection experience. Education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis. Candidates who have certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) as Commercial or Residential Building, Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Inspectors and hold and maintain a license from the State of Utah as a Limited Inspector are preferred.

Requirements

Two years post-high-school education in a construction related field (construction management, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc.) plus three years of building construction experience, code enforcement, plan review, or building inspection experience; two years of which must have been in building inspection work. Except for the required building inspection experience, education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
Incumbents must possess both Residential and Commercial certifications for Building, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Inspector.
Must be certified as a Combination Inspector by ICC and hold and maintain Combination Inspector License issued by the State of Utah.
Knowledge of city building and zoning codes, to include applicable Building, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes, National Electrical Code, and zoning ordinances.
Ability to communicate effectively with business owners or their staff, citizens, and community groups of various social and economic backgrounds.
Ability to negotiate understanding and compliance with various codes, and at times, under stressful circumstances.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as volumes, areas, and percentages.
Adequate physical mobility to climb stairs and ladders and negotiate construction site terrain.
Possession of a valid state driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.

Nice To Haves

Certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) as Commercial or Residential Building, Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Inspectors
Hold and maintain a license from the State of Utah as a Limited Inspector

Responsibilities

Inspects residential, industrial, and commercial sites within the City to assure compliance with housing ordinances.
Investigates complaints concerning housing and zoning violations, notifies affected parties of needed changes for code compliance.
Develops written evidence in cases where legal action may occur.
Files "Notice and Order" complaints against violator when needed.
Interprets the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire, or zoning codes for contractors and the public.
Recommends alterations for compliance with the respective code.
Schedules and records routes and re-inspections.
Examines construction documents to determine the ability of material or equipment used to meet the required code.
Inspects damaged building systems (i.e., electrical, gas, water, alarm, etc.) at the request of fire, health, or power companies to determine the advisability of reconnecting systems or allowing occupancy of the building.
Requires corrections to be made when deficiencies are discovered, issues "Stop Work" orders or citations for noncompliance with appropriate codes.
Investigates complaints, makes reports of field inspections, and may consult with the City Attorney's office and act as a witness in prosecution of code violators.
Meets with various community groups to solve existing zoning or housing problems: and develops programs to improve the overall quality of the neighborhood, districts, and communities.
Inspects buildings for change of use or occupancy.
Inspects roofs, crawl spaces, attics, walls, fire sprinklers, audible fire alarms, fire hood suppression, back flow devices, foundations, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, heating and electrical systems, soil bearing values, and other complex and routine building system elements.
Consults with architects, engineers, contractors, and developers regarding building standards.
Provides training for building inspectors, plans examiners, citizens, and contractors.
Performs other duties as assigned.