Combination Building Inspector

Building InspectorUnder general supervision conducts field inspections of new and existing construction and determines conformance with all codes and building regulations and compliance to specifications, permits and licenses issued.Essential job functions include providing guidance and assistance to contractors, architects and other submitting plans; conducting inspection of new and existing construction; performing field inspections of framing, wiring, plumbing, foundations, structural integrity and gas installations, construction or repairs; assessing and validating conformance with all codes and building regulations and compliance to specifications, permits and licenses issued; providing instructions for corrective action and recommending actions to stop work; responding to code questions from builders and the general public; performing final occupancy inspection and issuing occupancy certificate; recording/logging inspections with notes regarding compliance/noncompliance in each area; providing instructions for corrective action; recommending actions to stop work and responding to code questions from builder and the general public; and performing other duties as assigned or required.Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant building inspection or closely related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Must be able to obtain within one year of employment and must maintain certification as a Building Inspector. Knowledge of county, state and federal statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, administrative orders, case law and other governing rules and regulations; knowledge of construction methods and material and skilled trades related to building construction, maintenance, repair and renovation; skill in providing technical expertise related to noncompliance with building code, reading and following blueprints, asbuilts, and engineering drawings and customer service; skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands, working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments and implementing solutions to complex issues; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with a variety of coworkers, customers and general public; and skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software and operating systems/applications.