Building Inspector

City of Greenacres•Greenacres, FL

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greenacres' Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements. Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Greenacres. You must be able to meet the minimum following requirements: Must have graduated from an accredited high school, or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license. Must be of good moral character. Must submit to a post-offer physical examination. The offer of employment will be contingent on the results of testing and/or examinations. REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS: A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided. Please upload the following documents to the application: H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate College Diploma (if applicable) Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable) Military DD214 Form (if applicable) Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable) Applications received without required attachments will be considered incomplete.

Requirements

Must have graduated from an accredited high school, or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
Must be of good moral character.
Must submit to a post-offer physical examination.
A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided.
Knowledge of building construction methods and practices.
Knowledge of building plans, blueprints and specifications.
Knowledge of municipal ordinances, policies, procedures, and directives.
Knowledge of Florida Statutes Chapter 162.
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
Knowledge of computer software including internet, licensing and certification record keeping.
Knowledge of customer service practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Business English, spelling, grammar and arithmetic.
Knowledge of codes and regulations governing the construction industry.
Ability to review construction plans, drawings, blueprints, specifications and related documents, and determine their conformance to all relevant codes, ordinances, and standards.
Ability to recognize and explain when plans, drawings, blueprints, specifications and related documents are not in conformance with specific codes, ordinances and standards.
Ability to consult with architects, engineers, building owners, contractors and others on regulatory and inspection matters.
Ability to understand and properly interpret various City codes and regulations.
Ability to exercise independent judgement.
Ability to deliver excellent customer service and handle complaints and conflict in a friendly, courteous and effective manner.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and files.
Ability to research of public records using local, state and federal resources.
Ability to follow safety rules and regulations of the Department and the City.
Ability to maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City departments, public agencies, and the general public.
Ability to support the City’s Mission, Values, and Goals.
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Demonstrates four (4) years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, building code inspection, or plans review corresponding to the certification category sought 468.609(2)(c)(1), F.S.
Demonstrates a combination of postsecondary education in the field of construction, building experience which totals three (3) years, with at least one (1) year of such total being experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review. 468.609(2)(c)(2), F.S.
Demonstrates a combination of technical education in the field of construction or a related field and experience which totals three (3) years, with at least one (1) year of such total being experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review. 468.609(2)(c)(3), F.S.
Currently holds a standard certificate issued by the board or a fire safety inspector license issued pursuant to Chapter 633, F.S., has a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable experience in inspection or plan review, and satisfactorily completes a building code inspector or plans examiner cross-training program that provides at least one hundred (100) hours of training in the certification category sought. 468.609(2)(c)(4), F.S. [cross-training program]
Demonstrates a combination of the completion of an approved training program of at least two hundred (200) hours of training in the field of building code inspection or plan review and a minimum of two (2) years' experience in the field of building code inspection, plan review, fire code inspection and fire plans review of new buildings as a fire safety inspector certified under Section 633.081(2), F.S., or construction. 468.609(2)(c)(5), F.S. [training program]
Currently holds a standard certificate issued by the board or a fire safety inspector license issued pursuant to Chapter 633, F.S., has at least four (4) years of verifiable experience as an inspector or plans examiner in a standard certification category currently held or has a minimum of four (4) years verifiable experience as a fire safety inspector licensed pursuant to Chapter 633, F.S., and has completed a building code inspector or plans examiner classroom training course or program that provides at least two hundred (200) hours in the certification category sought, except for residential training programs which must provide at least five hundred (500) hours, but not more than eight hundred (800) hours of training as prescribed by the board. 468.609(2)(c)(6), F.S. [training program]
Must possess and maintain an active State of Florida Standard Inspector certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Structural Building Inspector certification preferred.
Must obtain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector within one (1) year of employment and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

Reviews permits, plans, and documentation for compliance with the Florida Building Code, City codes, and related regulations.
Inspects for conformance with laws and ordinances, and technical conformance with local, state and federal codes/ordinances for building codes; makes recommendations for local requirements.
Ensures that the contractor or authorized representative has secured applicable permits prior to making inspections.
Ensures that licensed, registered contractors perform construction work.
Interacts with the general public regarding inspection procedures and requirements.
Prepares reports, inputs data entry of inspections, notes, completion dates, stop work orders and maintains records of work performed.
Follows up on complaints, violations and their satisfactory completion.
Stays informed of code changes affecting building system installations.
Issues stop work orders, code compliance violations and citations concerning Florida Building Code or other violations of city codes.
Recommends methods, materials, equipment, and alterations to assist in compliance with accepted standards.
Appears before the Special Magistrate to present testimony and evidence pertaining to violations.
Prepares and handles Code Special Magistrate paperwork including agendas, affidavits and case history recaps.
Ensures that commercial, homebased and rental businesses have obtained their required Business Tax Receipts.
Perform Business Tax Receipt inspections.
Perform NPDES construction site and illicit discharge inspections.
Monitors and obtains the appropriate type and amount of continuing education hours required for all certifications.
Assists with damage assessments when needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.