Code Enforcement Officer I

City of Asheville•Asheville, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Asheville is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to join the Development Services team as a building safety inspector. The ideal candidate would have a construction background in the building, plumbing, mechanical, and /or electrical trades. Code Enforcement Officials are responsible for enforcing codes and regulations for commercial and residential construction projects. The City of Asheville’s Development Services Department is composed of a team of dedicated professionals who stay committed to the City Council’s goals. The Inspections Division completes over 36,000 inspections per year. Our approach focuses on compliance, rather than enforcement, in an effort to remain an effective, efficient, consistent, responsive, and solution-oriented organization. The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge and experience with North Carolina codes, excellent written and oral communication skills, computer skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency supplemented by vocational course work and /or special training in building, plumbing, mechanical, and /or electrical inspections
At least three (3) years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Possession of a certificate from the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board at a level specified by the City and State for the area(s) of inspection.
Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina
Electrical, building (includes energy insulation), mechanical, plumbing, and fire.
Level 1,2 OR 3 Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and /or Electrical Certifications means a probationary (converted to standard within one (1) year for primary trade and 3 years for secondary trades) or Standard certifications as issued from the North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications Board.
New employees must hold stated probationary certification within 30 days of start and stated standard certifications within one (1) year for primary trade and 3 years for secondary trades.

Nice To Haves

Construction background in the building, plumbing, mechanical, and/or electrical trades.
Knowledge and experience with North Carolina codes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Inspects commercial and residential construction for compliance with the National Electric Code, NC Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, and Energy Conservation Code.
Performs foster care home inspections and complaint inspections
Schedules and performs inspections.
Enters results into Accela and retrieves necessary information
Notifies property owners of specific code or ordinance violations and assists them with specifications for violation correction
Consults with the contractor on job sites to go over work in progress
Meets with plans reviewers and supervisors to resolve problems
Attends continuing education classes
Maintains vehicle and equipment