Plans Review - Inspections Officer (Building)

General Information

Work Location: 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202
Expected Starting Hourly Range: $27.61 - $34.51
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (Flexible)

Job Description

• Analyzes and interprets complex plans and specifications submitted for building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits to evaluate compliance with applicable code requirements and State regulations.
• Approves and signs plans that meet required specifications.
• Inspects building construction to ensure compliance with codes and approved building permits.
• Detects and locates defective workmanship and materials. Takes appropriate and effective corrective measures based on stage of construction.
• Makes measurements and verifies levels, alignments, and elevations of structures and fixtures to ensure compliance with building plans and codes.
• Prepares and issues notices of violation and warnings. Posts stop work orders as required. Attends hearings and appears in court, as required, acting as a code enforcement officer.
• Enforces all aspects of County Ordinances including complaint investigations, posting determinations, research, and course of action pertaining to unsafe structures.
• Confers with and advises contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, and the general public regarding interpretation and application of building codes, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports. Drafts business letters to contractors, architects, engineers, and manufacturers as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Standard License in one discipline (Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical) issued by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as an Inspector or Plans Examiner required.
• In lieu of licensure, four (4) or more years of verifiable experience as, or under the supervision of, a registered or state-certified general, building, or residential contractor is required. Licensure in individual contractor trades may be considered.
• Valid driver license with valid Florida driver license within 30 days of hire.
• Provisional Licensure from BCAIB as an Inspector or Plans Examiner required within the first 120 days of employment. Standard Licensure(s) required within one year of board approval of Provisional License.