Building Inspector

General Position Summary

$0 Cost Individual Health/Dental Premium, based on certain criteria
RSA - Retirement Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53,974.81 - $59,578.09 annually, based on experience.
This position may remain open till filled or until receipt of sufficient number of applications.

Responsible for

• Approves new structures for occupancy subject to approved inspections based on minimum adopted code requirements.
• Performs field inspections of all permitted structures to include, but not limited to, framing, plumbing, gas, electrical, and mechanical installations.
• Affords assistance to other building inspectors with difficult building problems or issues.
• Explains building code requirements to contractors and the public.
• Inputs inspection results into an automated inspection and permitting software program using a desktop, laptop, notebook or tablet computer and completes all required Inspection paperwork.
• Plays stop work orders on jobs where no permit has been obtained.
• Reviews building plans for code compliance.
• Approves building permits and trade permits.
• Interacts with Engineering, various utility departments and authorities and other departments during the construction process until a certificate of occupancy or completion is issued.
• Might perform on-the-job training of other inspectors and employees.
• Maintains knowledge and proficiency of current minimum code standards for residential and commercial construction to include plumbing, gas, electrical and mechanical minimum standards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Position Details

• Position splits time approximately 20% in office and 80% in field.
• May require flexibility to work additional hours when needed to complete projects and assignments.
• May involve callout work in case of storms or other civil emergencies.
• Field work is often done in rain and other inclement weather.
• Field work is often done at job sites with dangerous conditions such as incomplete structures, paint and other chemicals on-site, electric tools in use, noise, etc.
• Must maintain a strong driving record for city insurance purposes and record may be periodically checked by the City.
• Strong background record required, due to frequent interaction with the public.

Minimal Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of related experience, at least one of which was as a certified Building Inspector;
• OR Licensure as an Alabama General Contractor or Homebuilder with at least 3 years related experience, at least one of which was as a certified Building Inspector;
• OR five years of experience as certified building inspector;
• OR any equivalent combination of education and experience and ability to acquire at least one certification through examination by a nationally recognized and accreditation agency or organization during the first ten (10) months of employment.

• Certification in Building Inspection and at least one other specialty (e.g., electrical inspector, HVAC inspector, etc.) by a Building Code Organization (e.g., SBCCI, ICBO, etc.) required.

Supplemental Information

• Extensive, expert knowledge of adopted building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, gas, swimming pool, life safety, fire prevention and other building and trade codes.
• Ability to conduct thorough field inspections of new and remodeled residential and commercial structures and associated plumbing, gas, electrical and mechanical components.
• Ability to review building and trade plans to identify code deficiencies.
• Ability to review work of field inspectors and correct errors in a constructive manner.
• Ability to drive a four-wheel vehicle off road.
• Ability to train others and lead others with complex building problems.
• Ability to continuously grow in technical knowledge through study and biennial participation in code related examinations for technical certification through nationally recognized accreditation agencies.

Physical Capabilities

• This position’s physical requirements involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to be mobile in order to climb into and out of ditches, attics, buildings, crawlspaces, and other tight and difficult places for inspection.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with the public.
• Ability to work around specific chemicals required for building construction.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to drive.
• Ability to travel.