Building Inspector

Responsibilities Regulation and inspection of building construction to ensure safety, conformance and compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances and regulations of the City of Stuart and the State of Florida. Examine plans, specifications, sketches and blueprints for compliance with local zoning codes and state building codes. Routinely meet with and effectively assist the general public, various professionals, officials, architects, engineers, proprietors and others in attaining compliance with building codes, other codes, ordinances and policies. Approve and recommend for issuance permits of buildings, infrastructures and construction projects, ensuring that safety and health of the public are upheld. Prepare reports, correspondence and respond to inquiries related to building codes and construction projects. Drive to construction sites performing field inspection as required. Maintain accurate and current files, reports, records and related documents covering the maintenance and completion of the building inspection project and programs. Issue stop work orders for unpermitted work or work by unlicensed contractors. Be on call to conduct damage assessments after natural disasters. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by five (5) years of construction inspection experience and certification through the International Code Council (ICC). One- and Two-Family Dwelling Inspector or multiple various State inspection licenses required; Standard Building Inspector and Building Plan Review State Licenses preferred. Ability to obtain additional State licenses. Valid State of Florida Driver’s License. Additional Information NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. This position is considered “Mission Critical” (aka “Essential”) and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency. The City of Stuart is an Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)