Building Inspector

DeKalb County•Decatur, GA

About The Position

This position conducts field inspections throughout the County to verify code compliance at residential and commercial project sites. Inspections include building, framing, footing and slab, HVAC, and plumbing installations, as applicable. The inspector reviews approved building plans and compares them with actual construction, identifies violations and required corrective actions, re-inspects work after corrections, and approves construction activities and final products that meet applicable code requirements. The role may issue citations and prepare and present evidence in court as needed. The inspector communicates with building owners, contractors, developers, and the public about codes, inspection procedures, and code-compliance programs and services. The position also performs administrative work supporting inspections, including scheduling and documenting inspections, preparing files and related materials, entering information into departmental systems, and maintaining records. The advertisement identifies openings for two electrical inspectors and one HVAC inspector. Salary range: $50,325–$81,024. Pay Grade 16; Job Code 51125; FLSA status: Nonexempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in building trades or construction, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must possess and maintain, or obtain within six months of employment, a valid State of Georgia contractors or master trades license (Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC) or an International Code Council (ICC) Residential and Commercial Building Inspections Certification (Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical), according to area of assignment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
May be required to obtain and maintain additional certifications as deemed necessary.

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections at residential and commercial project sites throughout the County to check code compliance.
Inspect building, framing, footing and slab, HVAC, and plumbing installations.
Review approved building plans and compare them with actual construction.
Identify code violations and required corrective actions; notify contractors, architects, engineers, and/or property owners of inspection findings.
Re-inspect work after required corrections or modifications.
Issue citations for violations and prepare and present evidence in court as needed.
Approve construction activities and final products that meet building, HVAC, and plumbing code requirements.
Maintain inspection records and related documentation in departmental systems.
Communicate with building owners, contractors, developers, and the public about codes, inspection procedures, and code-compliance services; respond to questions, complaints, and information requests; and explain policies, procedures, ordinances, and codes.
Perform administrative duties supporting inspection work, including making and returning calls, prioritizing and scheduling inspections, completing daily log sheets, preparing inspection and certification files, building permits and letters, entering information into databases, and maintaining related records and files.