BUILDING COMM INSPECTOR III

Incumbent serves as HVAC Inspector for the Evansville Building Commission. DUTIES Performs legally required inspections of all heating & cooling, duct work, gas piping, and ventilation systems within the City and County to ensure installation and materials comply with applicable Federal, State and Local codes. Interprets and enforces relevant Federal, State and Local HVAC codes; issues citations for non-compliance with legal standards. Receives, prioritizes and investigates citizens’ complaints regarding HVAC code violations following through to eliminate possible life‑threatening conditions and ensure compliance with minimum safety standards. Ensures the appropriate licensing of individuals performing HVAC installations and verifies necessary construction permits. Frequently advises HVAC contractors and property owners on matters pertaining to applicable HVAC codes. Serves as member of HVAC board. Maintains records of inspections performed, citations issued and final outcomes. Reports potentially hazardous situations to proper City authorities such as Fire Department. Records and processes through proper procedures inspection reports, meter releases, follow‑ups and other necessary reports. Performs related duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and Local HVAC codes and ability to interpret and apply relevant codes to particular situations. Working knowledge of and experience with the standard practices and procedures of the HVAC trades. Ability to communicate with contractors, tradesmen, state and federal officials and the general public in a tactful and courteous manner in varied situations involving potential conflict. Ability to maintain accurate records of inspections and outcomes. Must possess minimum of Journeyman level license in Evansville – Vanderburgh County. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. RESPONSIBILITY Incumbent works within established legal guidelines and trade practices. Judgment is necessary in the interpretation of general codes and principles as they apply to specific situations. Errors in judgment are not readily detected by supervisory review and may lead to events involving substantial loss or damage to property, injury or loss of life and inconvenience to the public. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS Incumbent will maintain working relationships with the Building Commissioner, co-workers, contractors, City and County Departments and the general public for the purpose of coordinating assignments, receiving complaints and explaining and enforcing HVAC and licensing codes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Incumbent will perform a significant amount of work at field construction sites in varying weather conditions, and is exposed to the natural hazards associated with the construction trades. #J-18808-Ljbffr