Building Inspector, (A262120-7), 206, Building Inspections

About the role

The Building Development Services Department seeks a Building Inspector to conduct on-site inspections of residential buildings, commercial buildings, and other structures to ensure compliance with City ordinances and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Meets with clients and reviews plans to ensure compliance with City's ordinance and building code requirements
• Completes building and plumbing permit applications
• Performs follow-up field inspections, including foundation inspections, framing inspection, and final inspection
• Inspects designated areas to check for building code and City ordinance violations
• Counsels contractors, property owners, and other interested parties on matters concerning codes and ordinance compliance
• Computes fees for buildings and plumbing permits
• Prepares and maintains a log of all inspections and posts copies of inspection reports on job sites
• Checks and investigates complaints concerning violations of codes and ordinances
• Interprets and explains existing codes and ordinances
• Affords assistance to the Building Official during Board of Adjustment meetings
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts

Requirements

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications
• Must have a valid Texas Driver License
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least five (5) years of experience as a building inspector, engineer, architect, or superintendent/forman in charge of construction

Skills

• Knowledge of existing ordinances, laws, and regulations governing building construction
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques of building construction
• Knowledge of mathematics to compute permit fees and take measurements in the field
• Knowledge of flood hazard and fire district areas
• Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical inspections
• Knowledge of principles and practices of demolition work
• Knowledge of building and plumbing inspections and swimming pool inspections

Benefits

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid holidays
• Paid health/Dental plan

Pay

Compensation details are available upon request.

Schedule

Hours of work are determined by the department and may vary based on the needs of the department.