Building Inspector

Patrick County•Patrick County, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Patrick is hiring a full-time Building Inspector based at the Patrick County Veteran’s Memorial Building in Stuart, Virginia. The annual salary range is $45,000–$55,000, and the regular schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required. The Building Inspector assists with enforcement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC), including field operations, administrative functions, plan reviews, building inspections, permitting, and application of maintenance standards. The inspector also assists engineers, architects, contractors, and homeowners with code and construction information. Applicants must submit a Patrick County employment application. The position remains open until filled. A valid Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required. The successful applicant must complete a drug screen and criminal background check, pass required certification exams identified by the state and/or county, and become certified within 18 months of employment. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. The County is an equal opportunity employer and may provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of experience in construction work and/or inspections, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Valid Virginia driver’s license with an acceptable driving record to Patrick County and its insurance carrier(s).
Successfully complete a drug screen and criminal background check.
Pass all required certification exams identified by the state and/or county and become certified within 18 months of employment.
Maintain required certifications for continued employment.
Ability to maneuver under houses with crawl spaces and work in tight, confined spaces.
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds and work at different elevations above grade.
Ability to manually lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in framing, plumbing, and mechanical work is preferred.
Electrical certification and experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in enforcing the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, including field operations, administrative functions, plan reviews, building inspections, permitting, and application of maintenance standards.
Assist engineers, architects, contractors, and homeowners with code and construction information.
Pass required certification exams and become certified within 18 months of employment.
Maintain all required certifications for continued good standing with the licensing agency.