Combination Inspector

Institute for Building Technology and Safety • DC

122d

About The Position

The position involves inspecting the construction, alteration, or repair of commercial and residential buildings, and other structures for compliance with applicable codes and standards. The worksite areas are in Metro DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. The inspector will evaluate materials and work relative to applicable building codes, ordinances, regulations, and approved plans, and will issue notices to identify corrections required for compliance or to stop work. The role also includes responding to inquiries from architects, contractors, builders, and the public, interpreting and explaining building codes and regulations, and assisting with scheduling appointments and reviewing plans for compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience in building trades, or an equivalent combination of closely related education, training, and work experience.

Nice To Haves

• International Code Council (ICC) Certified Master Code Professional and five (5) years of building construction and/or construction inspection experience.
• Must have a minimum of two of the four following ICC certifications: Residential Building Inspector, Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector.
• Equivalent state or other certifications will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Inspects the construction, alteration, or repair of commercial and residential buildings, and other structures for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Inspects foundations and concrete; building structure, plumbing, heating and electrical system installations; accessibility, fire and life-safety systems.
• Evaluates materials and work relative to applicable building codes, ordinances, regulations, and relative to approved plans; issues notices to identify corrections required for compliance or to stop work.
• Responds to verbal and written inquiries from architects, contractors, builders, City personnel, and the public; interprets, applies, and explains requirements and restrictions related to building codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Develops alternative methods for compliance with requirements and restrictions.
• May assist with scheduling appointments and reviewing plans for compliance with building codes, ordinances and regulations.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits.
• Growth opportunities.
• Commitment to employee culture.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees