Level 1 Building Inspector

Hertford County • Winton, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate technical work in the inspection of building plans and construction; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Senior Building Inspector.

Requirements

• General knowledge of all types of building construction materials and methods, and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected
• General knowledge of State building and related codes and minimum housing code and related laws and ordinances
• Ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints of ordinary complexity quickly and accurately and to compare them with construction in process
• Ability to contact building owners, contractors and the public and effect satisfactory working relationships
• Firmness and tact in enforcing building ordinances and codes
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings in the process of construction, alteration or repair for compliance with building code requirements, approved plans, and construction and safety practices; examines plot plans, structural framing, insulation installation, and general arrangement of building facilities for quality of design, materials and workmanship.
• Inspects new and existing residences, businesses, schools and other buildings for conformance with safety standards, zoning codes and ordinances; inspects mobile homes and mobile home parks for adherence to applicable zoning codes and ordinances; issues inspection certificates for approved installation.
• Receives and answers inquiries concerning planning, inspections and permit procedures; receives and pursues complaints alleging code or zoning violations, performing inspections as necessary; reviews building plan specifications and permit applications; issues building permits and certificates of occupancy, as appropriate.
• Enforces state and local building and zoning codes, issuing stop-work orders and pursuing other legal remedies, as necessary, to stop violations; testifies in court, as necessary.
• Prepares and maintains reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work.
• Attends and participates in meetings, and/or prepares correspondence, with builders and contractors to advise them of code changes and violations at construction sites.
• Performs related tasks as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed