Building Inspector (General or Senior Level)- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

County of Wake, NC•Zebulon, NC

2d•$27 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

This position is eligible for a tiered sign-on bonus up to $5,000! Come thrive with us! We are looking to hire a Building Inspector in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing areas in the country! The Building Inspector will work with all unincorporated areas of Wake County, the Wake County Public School System, and for the Towns of Knightdale, Rolesville, Wendell and Zebulon. Inspectors are based out of one of three Regional Centers located throughout the County. The Wake County Planning & Development Services Department exists to ensure that growth and development are managed responsibly by preserving the outstanding quality of life that all Wake County residents expect. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for this approach increases. The Department is the County’s leading resource for administering the County’s regulations pertaining to land development. This work is guided by the County’s Unified Development Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, Stormwater Regulations, and North Carolina Building Code. The Department includes various work groups to advance development in Wake County’s jurisdiction. Those groups include building permitting and inspections, stormwater, watershed management, planning and zoning. The department is also instrumental in convening stakeholders that have common interests in advanced land development projects. The stakeholders may include regional agencies related to transportation, stormwater, watershed management, or other planning efforts. The Planning & Development Services team recognizes that community engagement and stakeholder feedback are a critical step in any planning process. As such, team members are skilled at outreach and engagement practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Five years of experience in the construction industry
Standard Level III Code Official Certification required in one of the Plumbing, Mechanical, or Electrical (PM&E) trades upon hire and remaining two PM&E trades within four years
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Inspector prequalification from the North Carolina Department of Insurance
Strong customer service skills and principles
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
Capable of reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
General knowledge of residential and commercial construction practices
Technical understanding of the building construction trade
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Skilled in prioritizing time and tasks to meet daily work objectives
Able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
Two years’ experience in the construction Industry (for General Building Inspector)
If you hold a 4-year degree in an architectural, engineering or construction-related field you can qualify for a probationary level II certificate.
Must hold a Standard Level III Building Inspections certificate (for Senior Building Inspector)
Five years of experience in the construction industry (for Senior Building Inspector)

Responsibilities

Assist customers by reviewing construction plans to verify compliance with the North Carolina Technical Codes and Wake County ordinances
Answer questions related to building codes, and Wake County procedures, policies, and development ordinances
Troubleshoot site development issues and collaborate in pre-submittal meetings
Regular communication with architects, engineers, and designers to eliminate possible code violations
Work directly with homeowners to help them understand the various requirements
You will spend most of your time in the field with limited supervision