Property Maintenance Inspector I
About The Position
The fundamental reason this classification exists is to inspect residential and commercial structures and lots for compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code, ordinances, and related regulations and requirements. Employees in this class perform specialized work functions associated with enforcing International Property Maintenance Codes and City of Montgomery codes and ordinances pertaining to deteriorated, dilapidated, and unsanitary conditions, the accumulation of litter, junk, trash, stagnant water, and abandoned vehicles on residential lots hazardous to the public’s health and safety. Although employees receive assistance on new or difficult inspections, most field work is performed independently and requires technical discretion and judgment in inspecting a variety of projects. The work responsibilities include performing interior/exterior inspections; inspecting properties such as lots and other parcels of land within the City limits for compliance with City codes, ordinances, and council resolutions; coordinating abatement of weeds and nuisance on vacant lots and other premises; accepting additional assignments and performing additional duties as required. The work is subject to periodic inspection and review by the Chief Property Maintenance Inspector.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Five (5) years’ experience in the construction, renovation, maintenance, or inspection of residential or commercial buildings.
- One (1) year of experience in a leadership capacity.
- Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather and be exposed to insects, rodents, unfriendly pets, and poisonous vegetation.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as needed to operate city vehicles.
Nice To Haves
- Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.
- Must obtain ICC Property Maintenance Inspector certification within one (1) year of employment with the City of Montgomery Inspections Department.
Responsibilities
- Inspect residential and commercial structures and lots for compliance with International Property Maintenance Code, ordinances, and related regulations and requirements.
- Enforce International Property Maintenance Codes and City of Montgomery codes and ordinances pertaining to deteriorated, dilapidated, and unsanitary conditions, the accumulation of litter, junk, trash, stagnant water, and abandoned vehicles on residential lots hazardous to the public’s health and safety.
- Perform interior/exterior inspections.
- Inspect properties such as lots and other parcels of land within the City limits for compliance with City codes, ordinances, and council resolutions.
- Coordinate abatement of weeds and nuisance on vacant lots and other premises.
- Accept additional assignments and perform additional duties as required.
Benefits
- health, dental, and life insurance
- paid annual and sick leave
- paid holidays
- participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
