Building Inspector

Town of Plainfield • Plainfield, IN

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About The Position

The Building Inspector reviews building plans and conducts inspections for construction, alteration, addition, demolition, or repair of buildings and structures for which a building permit has been issued. The role administers, interprets, and enforces the Building Code of the Town of Plainfield, reviews permit applications and plans for completeness, assesses permit fees, releases applications for construction, and maintains permit and inspection records. The inspector also cross-trains and supports Code Enforcement duties as needed, maintains department vehicles, and performs administrative tasks. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by vocational or technical training emphasizing mechanical systems or building trades; or three to five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Obtain ICC B1 and B2 Certification within 18 months of start.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Bluebeam, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Town laws and ordinances and building construction terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and maps; apply basic algebraic and geometric principles; and calculate surface area, volumes, weights, and measures.
• Ability to review, prioritize, classify, and analyze data; provide guidance and interpretation regarding procedures and standards; and select among alternative courses of action using discretion.
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise independent judgment within established protocols and guidelines, and to enforce rules and follow established procedures.
• General understanding of accounting principles and practices and report writing, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with residents, vendors, and other Town departments.
• Ability to operate a computer, printer, copy machine, scanner, fax machine, and other office equipment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a Town vehicle.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds, and to work in the described environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous construction-related experience is desired.
• Spanish language skills are desired.

Responsibilities

• Administer, interpret, and enforce the Building Code of the Town of Plainfield.
• Review permit applications and plans to ensure submittals are complete and ready for review.
• Assess permit fees using the permit management system and release permit applications for construction.
• Enter application, approval, inspection, and violation data into the permit management system.
• Prepare and maintain inspection records and enter construction inspection results into the permit management system.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, trends, and advances in the profession; read professional literature, maintain professional affiliations, and attend workshops and training as appropriate.
• Cross-train and support Code Enforcement duties as needed.
• Maintain department vehicles in safe, clean, and serviceable condition, including performing or scheduling preventative maintenance.
• Attend meetings; review statistics and reports; complete reports, filing, and correspondence; and answer inquiries.
• Maintain communication with the Deputy Building Commissioner and Building Commissioner.
• Perform other related Department duties as assigned by the Building Commissioner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED