Building Inspector

Summary

The hiring range is negotiable between $49,194 and $63,942 depending on qualifications and experience. The purpose of this position is to perform field inspection work of buildings and property within the City to ensure compliance with State codes and local ordinances and advise on code compliance issues.

About the Role

This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Inspects construction work in progress to enforce State codes for quality of building construction. Supports other City functions such as minimum housing, signs, demolition by neglect, day care licensing, handicap accessibility, and special surveys following weather emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Schedules field work to inspect construction in progress for compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical codes; assures possession of correct permits; authorizes issuance of permits and Certificates of Occupancy.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects in/on property and re-inspects to determine if corrective action has been taken; issues stop orders if necessary.
• Reviews site plans and blueprints of new or potential projects; advises owners, builders or contractors on code issues and feasibility of projects, and suggests revisions to assure compliance.
• Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations, researches questions, and advises on code interpretation.
• Maintains records of field inspections, maintains data entered out in the field and within the office; prints permits, and prepares necessary reports.
• Communicates with citizens concerning code requirements.
• Recommends judicial actions and may be required to testify in court against violators of the State building code.
• Drives to various locations within the City to perform work.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training in the heating, air-conditioning, plumbing, electrical and building construction trades.
• Must have at least two of the trades with two years of heating, air-conditioning, plumbing, electrical, or building construction experience in each of the two trades; or two years of building trade, construction, or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• At least two certification Level I, II, or III from the North Carolina Department of Insurance Code Qualification Board in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, and Fire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of State codes and local ordinances as applied to assigned construction projects for inspection.
• Knowledge of construction and insulation.
• Knowledge of building materials, techniques and workmanship.
• Ability to maintain mandatory continuing education credit hours and attends training to maintain certifications and assure knowledge of codes; answers questions and assists works within area of specialization to orient and advise other inspectors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and the public.
• Ability to enforce regulations tactfully and firmly.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate and thorough records.

Skills

• Interpretation of codes and in their application to specific situations.
• Reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors and the public.
• Enforcing regulations tactfully and firmly.
• Establishing and maintaining accurate and thorough records.

Benefits

Includes vacation leave, holidays, sick leave, Employee Assistance Program, medical and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement, and worker's compensation.