Building Inspector
About The Position
This position is responsible for various technical functions related to building inspections, including reviewing plans; conducting onsite inspections; assuring proper construction techniques permit compliance; investigating complaints related to building codes and property maintenance. The purpose of this position is to complete various technical functions related to building inspections, including reviewing plans; conducting onsite inspections; assuring proper construction techniques permit compliance; investigating complaints related to building codes and property maintenance. Success in this position ensures that construction is in compliance with adopted codes and ordinances.
Requirements
- Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of building inspection policies, techniques, requirements, and procedures.
- Knowledge of plan review principles and practices.
- Knowledge of building construction.
- Knowledge of geography of the City.
- Knowledge of external governmental bodies and agencies related to area of assignment.
- Knowledge of standard arithmetic.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in conducting and documenting building inspections.
- Skill in communicating with property owners, builders, contractors, and other parties.
- Skill in reading, interpreting, and applying building codes in a variety of contexts.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in reading, interpreting, and preparing blueprints and maps.
- Skill in writing and explaining reviews of project plans.
- Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment with established guidelines.
- Skill in researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- More than one year of related experience required.
- Possession of a valid state driver’s license issued for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Level 1 Inspector certification or ability to obtain in 24 months.
- Possession of a Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level 1B certification or ability to obtain within 24 months.
Responsibilities
- Conducts inspections of new and existing structures.
- Ensures code and ordinance compliance; identifying violations; educating homeowners and contractors regarding construction techniques and procedures; answering code and construction questions; and maintaining and submitting all inspection records.
- Reviews building plans for compliance with codes and ordinances.
- Conducts erosion and sedimentation control inspections.
- Interacts with a variety of individuals, both internally and within the community to provide information, disseminate departmental information, coordinates projects and assists in resolving administrative issues.
- Completes related paperwork and required reports.
- Prepares routine and non-routine reports; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports.
- Maintains and upgrades knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
- Reports administrative and/or operational problems to supervisor.
- May serve as back-up for other positions within the department.
- Issues stop work orders to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Performs related duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
