Building Inspector
About The Position
The Building Inspector uses construction experience and construction code knowledge to perform building inspections at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair; enforce applicable codes and zoning ordinances; and assist the public with building plans and specifications. The role inspects industrial, commercial, and residential properties, issues permits, reviews plans, supports code enforcement, and coordinates inspection activities with supervisors and other departments. The position receives general supervision from the Chief Building Official and Deputy Building Official and may provide functional and technical supervision to less experienced staff.
Requirements
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of building inspection work.
- Ability to determine whether construction systems conform to City Code requirements.
- Ability to apply City codes and policies concerning zoning, environmental matters, and other regulations to field situations.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision.
- One year of responsible experience performing construction inspection or related duties.
- High school diploma or GED supplemented by college-level courses related to building inspection.
- Valid Texas Driver's License.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain within 18 months, a Texas Plumbing Inspector's License.
Nice To Haves
- Two of the four ICC Residential Inspection Certificates, preferably obtained within two years of the date of hire.
Responsibilities
- Assist supervisors in coordinating daily inspection and code enforcement activities.
- Assist supervisors in coordinating clerical staff activities; work at the front counter, issue permits, and provide coverage when needed.
- Inspect industrial, commercial, and residential buildings during construction and remodeling to verify compliance with applicable City, State, and Federal codes and regulations.
- Issue permits and inspect foundations, framing, plumbing, heating, electrical installations, and other building system elements.
- Review building plans as directed and check them for compliance with applicable adopted codes and City ordinances.
- Work with contractors, developers, and the public to address compliance and remedy deficiencies.
- Ensure routine and complex building systems are installed properly and safely.
- Coordinate inspection activities with other departments and divisions, and conduct field reviews of plans and specifications.
- Assist with zoning, general land-use, and code enforcement inspections as assigned.
- Process code enforcement violation cases, including identifying and documenting violations, issuing notices and citations, providing court testimony, and overseeing abatement.
- Determine compliance with codes adopted by the City of La Porte and relevant State and City ordinances.
- Explain and interpret requirements and restrictions to architects, contractors, builders, and the public in the field and office.
- Represent the Chief Building Official or Deputy Building Official as needed and requested.
- Attend Fire Code Review Committee meetings as needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
