Combination Commercial Inspector I

County Of Albemarle•Charlottesville, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various functions relating to the enforcement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) that ensures safety to life and property from all hazards incident to building design, construction, use, repair, removal or demolition.

Requirements

Graduation from high school with 3 years of construction or related experience.
Additional certifications to be acquired within 12 months of employment as a commercial building inspector as outlined by the Virginia Certification Standards.
Requires Virginia certification within 24 months of employment, commercial electrical inspector, commercial mechanical inspector, commercial plumbing inspector and fire inspector.
May require additional certification requirements as outlined by the Virginia Certification Standards.
Minimum of five years of construction experience or the equivalent plus at least two years of experience as a building inspector.
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia
Advanced knowledge of technical, legal and administrative aspects of commercial and industrial codes, inspection practices, materials and methods including but not limited to building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, gas, and fire suppression codes and enforcement practices
Principles and practices of building, planning, engineering and zoning in local government settings.
Strong leadership and management skills emphasizing team building and cross-divisional efforts.
Superior emotional intelligence and effective exercise of professional judgment.
Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office Suite tools, and other tools essential to effective performance of this position
Demonstrate exceptional and accurate verbal and written communication skills in preparing reports, presentations and studies, and conveying complex and challenging topics.
Deal effectively with sensitive and sometimes adverse situations and individuals using tact and diplomacy, especially with building industry, members of the public, fellow employees, agency representatives, and elected officials.
Comprehend codes and keep abreast of code updates on regulations, materials, and new technologies. of various code violations from all code references.
Deal effectively with building industry experts, professionals, the public, staff, elected and agency officials.
Work independently and in a team environment.
Read and interpret building plans and federal, state and local codes.
Communicate effectively and accurately orally and in writing.
Legally operate a motor vehicle in Virginia.

Nice To Haves

None.

Responsibilities

Performs multidisciplinary inspections including but not limited to commercial building, electrical, mechanical, gas, fire suppression, and plumbing inspections and re-inspections for compliance with approved plans.
Reads and interprets building plans and specifications for compliance.
Issues correction notices and stop work orders, if necessary, when violations exist.
Provides technical code assistance and information to private citizens, contractors, and architects.
Prepares a variety of correspondences and reports concerning code compliance matters to private citizens, contractors, and architects.
Attends training opportunities to keep abreast of code changes and new products used in construction practices and those required by the VUSBC.
Performs related work as required.