Combo Building Inspector

CITY OF GALVESTON•Galveston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Combo Building Inspector conducts residential and commercial building inspections for the City of Galveston. The role inspects construction and building systems for compliance with applicable building, energy, zoning, municipal, state, and federal codes, safety laws, approved plans, specifications, and standards. It also reviews plans and permit requests, provides technical guidance to the public and construction professionals, documents violations, and maintains inspection records and reports. The position supports City building programs and activities, participates in Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals meetings, and may assist with the Department’s website and staff technology needs. Employees may be required to work during emergencies to support public safety and the delivery or restoration of vital services.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and three years of experience in residential and commercial construction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license.
Within four years of the start date, obtain a Texas Plumbing Inspector License.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Residential Building Inspector certification.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Residential Mechanical Inspector certification.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Residential Electrical Inspector certification.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Commercial Building Inspector certification.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector certification.
Within four years of the start date, obtain ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector certification.
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures; residential and commercial construction methods and practices; construction plan-review principles and practices; building and fire codes and related ordinances and regulations; FEMA regulations; Texas Local Government Code; City geography; and computers and spreadsheet software.
Ability to handle situations with diplomacy, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment; provide efficient customer service; apply City policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations; read and understand construction plans and supporting documents; organize and maintain records and analyze data; establish cooperative working relationships; and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Licensed electrician preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings during and after construction to verify that foundations, framing, structural components, and energy features comply with codes, safety laws, approved plans, specifications, and standards.
Inspect mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work for compliance with applicable municipal and state codes.
Ensure federal flood elevation criteria are implemented.
Observe building conditions, issue correction notices, obtain evidence, prepare violation reports, prepare complaints for legal action, consult City legal staff about ordinance interpretation, and maintain inspection records.
Provide technical assistance to the public, design professionals, and contractors on permitting and building processes; explain and interpret codes and regulations.
Conduct plan reviews; review requests and issue building permits; review engineering and design drawings for code and safety-law compliance.
Assist with updating and maintaining the Department’s portion of the City website and provide staff with technical assistance on hardware and software usage.
Plan, organize, and participate in building programs and activities; attend Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals meetings.
Interact courteously and cooperatively with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; perform other assigned duties.
Work when required during emergencies to support public safety and the delivery or restoration of vital services.