Combination Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $63,154.87 to $84,633.56 annually

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Chief Building Official, the inspector will perform field inspections of commercial, industrial and residential buildings to enforce compliance with applicable codes, policies, regulations and ordinances. Provide information and customer service to design professionals, developers, contractors and homeowners and provide technical assistance to resolve issues relating to building code compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbent for this job. The inspector may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Perform field inspections on commercial, industrial and residential construction sites to ensure that work performed meets City adopted codes and ordinances.
• Performing Certificate of Occupancy inspections and clearly identifying all requirements to obtain code compliance with the prospective tenant, verbally and in writing.
• Review formboard surveys of properties to ensure that the location of new structures comply with the City Approved Plans, Zoning ordinance and adopted Building Codes.
• Enforce compliance with City adopted ordinances and regulations, issue notice of non-compliance, and document all actions under the supervision of the Building Official.
• Investigate and respond to complaints of improper installation as directed by the Building Official.
• Confer with design professionals, developers, contractors and homeowners in the field and office. Explain and interpret code requirements and restrictions to external and internal customers.
• Enter inspection details and related information into the permitting software. Update and retrieve information as required.
• Perform customer service by interacting with customers face-to-face, over the telephone and/or by email.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures. Ensure all behaviors comply with the Citys Personnel Rules and Regulations.
• Work and coordinate with other departments and entities to fulfill all inspection requirements for each project.
• Other duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Building Codes and Zoning Ordinances.
• Basic principles and techniques of building inspection; principles of structural framing, finish work, roofing, concrete work and other basic elements of building construction and drainage.
• Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
• Knowledge of personal computers and common office software (Microsoft Word and Excel), report writing and letter formatting, and operation of standard office equipment.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of procedures for obtaining building permits.
• City and departmental driving policy.

SKILLS IN:

• Conducting technical inspections on structures including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, etc.
• Interpreting and enforcing compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Interpreting and applying pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinances.
• Reading and interpreting building plans, specifications and the adopted building codes.
• Determining if construction techniques conform to Building Code and Zoning Ordinance requirements.
• Assessing construction and detecting deviations from city approved plans
• Making mathematical computations.
• Interpreting and explaining adopted building codes and basic engineering.

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Assisting in the performance of commercial, industrial and residential plan reviews under the direction of the Building Official.
• Determine if construction meets the intent of City Approved Plans, adopted Building Codes and Zoning Ordinances.
• Enter inspection results and perform permit research in the Citys permitting software.
• Explain codes and inspection results to design professionals, developers, contractors and homeowners.
• Operate assigned equipment.
• Prioritize work activities.
• Make sound decisions and use good judgement.
• Physically perform inspections.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid Texas drivers license at the time of hire.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months the following International Code Council (ICC) certifications:
  • International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Residential Inspector/Plans Examiner certification.
  • A Residential and/or Commercial Building Inspector certification.
• Possession of a State of Texas Plumbing Inspectors License from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or the ability to acquire within 6 months

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position typically requires touching, talking, hearing, seeing, reading, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, lifting and inspecting job sites in extreme temperatures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position typically must be able to:

• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move items,
• Be capable of climbing ladders, attic stairs, etc.,
• Traverse uneven, unstable, slick conditions in terrain with grade changes to access inspection sites,
• Identify and avoid construction site hazards,
• Must be able to constantly enter and exit vehicles,
• Must be able to enter and exit man-lifts.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

The City of Benbrook provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Benbrook complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.