Building Inspector

Prince William County Government • Woodbridge, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for inspecting commercial and residential structures to ensure compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and other related codes. Examine and evaluate construction documents for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Educate property owners and tenants, building engineers, contractors, other government agencies, and citizens on regulations and the importance of building safety. Maintain inspection reports using a county-provided laptop for added job mobility. Perform administrative work associated with inspection reports, construction documents, and data entry. Prince William County’s Department of Development Services is offering creative, challenging, and rewarding work as a Construction Inspector – Building. We are looking for motivated professionals who will take the lead and solve problems. The Department of Development Services promotes staff and customers working in partnership through effective, efficient development processes to ensure compliance with building regulations. We are looking for customer-service-minded individuals for our Inspections Branch to provide high-quality service to our customers while embracing their essential role as “first preventers.” This position offers paid training and County-sponsored educational opportunities! This position is responsible for inspecting commercial and residential structures to ensure compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and other related codes. Perform responsible Building inspections of Residential, Commercial, or Industrial construction projects for compliance with applicable National, state, and Local Code requirements. Perform Project Research and data entry for documenting inspection results in Prince William County’s computer-based program. Assist customers in navigating the different processes required for inspecting construction-related projects.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 2 years of related experience (building construction, building inspections)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a DMV Records Check
• Completion of a successful pre-employment physical
• Must become certified by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Technical Assistant to the Building Official within 18 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of Building Construction experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of the VUSBC and ANSI
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents

Responsibilities

• Inspect commercial and residential structures to ensure compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and other related codes.
• Examine and evaluate construction documents for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
• Educate property owners and tenants, building engineers, contractors, other government agencies, and citizens on regulations and the importance of building safety.
• Maintain inspection reports using a county-provided laptop for added job mobility.
• Perform administrative work associated with inspection reports, construction documents, and data entry.
• Perform responsible Building inspections of Residential, Commercial, or Industrial construction projects for compliance with applicable National, state, and Local Code requirements.
• Perform Project Research and data entry for documenting inspection results in Prince William County’s computer-based program.
• Assist customers in navigating the different processes required for inspecting construction-related projects.

Benefits

• Paid training
• County-sponsored educational opportunities
• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities
• Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

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