Senior Building Inspector - Building & Residential

City of Dunedin•Dunedin, FL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Dunedin, Florida is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Building Inspector (Building & Residential). This role involves conducting inspections of residential and commercial buildings under construction and/or existing buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and state statutes. The position requires preparing and maintaining required records and reports, and performing related work as directed. The Senior Building Inspector reports to the Chief Building Inspector/Plans Examiner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Five to seven years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, inspection, or plans review.
Licensure by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as follows: Requires two (2) or more standard inspector certifications, or the ability to obtain a provisional license in two (2) or more inspector categories.
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the City of Dunedin as they pertain to the performance of essential duties.
Knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
Understands specific City and county ordinances as they apply to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Able to react professionally at all times, dealing with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Clearly understands any occupational hazards and adheres to all safety precautions inherent in performing the essential functions of the work.
Ability to speak and understand the English language.
Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and /or analyze data and/or information.
Ability to exercise discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
Ability to provide leadership and supervision as required.
Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
Knowledge of and skill in the use of modern office equipment, including computers.
Ability to use, operate and/or handle equipment such as a computer, copier, calculator, telephone, hand tools, testing devices, drafting tools, etc.
Knowledgeable in the design, methods and materials of building construction and electrical, plumbing, gas and mechanical systems.
Ability to use a variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary and spelling.
Ability to perform moderately complex algebraic and geometric operations; ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights and measures.
Mathematical ability to handle required calculations.
Ability to apply principles of rational systems.
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Able to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
Able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-30 pounds).
Some tasks require sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as data entry, filing and/or the use of office equipment or supplies.
Some tasks require visual and auditory perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability.
Tasks involve occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions, temperature extremes, wetness/humidity, smoke/dusts/pollen, electric currents, noise extremes, vibrations, machinery hazards.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in building construction or related field preferred.
Candidates who possess a Standard Inspector (BN) license with Building and Residential inspector qualifications plus any additional inspector qualifications such as Electrical (Commercial or Residential), Mechanical or Plumbing are highly desirable.
An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

Inspects residential and commercial buildings during and after renovations or construction for building, electrical, plumbing, gas and/or mechanical code compliance as indicated by licensure; notifies owner or contractor of defects found and orders their correction.
May inspect mobile home and other temporary structure set-ups and tie-downs.
May enforce zoning setbacks and easements.
Examines blueprints and specifications for construction, renovations and alterations to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances.
Interprets Florida building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes to City personnel, professionals and the general public.
Maintains inspection records with accuracy; enters inspection results into computer.
Communicates with developers, contractors, architects, engineers and property owners to discuss projects and inspection results.
Prepares and issues notices of violation; presents cases to the Code Enforcement Board as required.
Performs follow-up inspections and prepares affidavits of compliance as applicable.
Attends classes, seminars, workshops, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills as required for continuing education.
Performs routine office work as required, including but not limited to answering the telephone and returning messages, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, assisting customers at the counter, recording/retrieving data on computer, etc.
Performs related duties as required.