Building Inspector I or II

Job Description

Job Description

Building Inspector I

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of working level, para-professional and technical duties related to conducting site inspections on residential buildings to assure conformity with established city codes and state and international building codes.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Building Official and the Lead Building Inspector.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Building Inspection: Visits building sites or existing buildings to perform inspections including zoning, building setbacks, footing, foundation, framing, wiring, plumbing, ventilation, heating, and air conditioning to assure compliance to building codes and ordinances; interprets regulations and codes to builder and property owners to assist them in altering construction plans to meet established standards. Ensures proper recording and documentation of inspections and violations for records and references. Provides reports on construction of buildings.

Investigates alleged code violations and addresses minor complaints pertaining to construction and safety hazards; determines whether violations exist; and if so initiates proper departmental procedures to report the findings; prepares certification of the inspection. Works with the Neighborhood Improvement Division and Storm Water Inspector to help enforce regulations and codes.

Operates personal computer and various software applications as needed to develop documents, charts, graphics, plan specifications and related materials. Takes photos of job sites and includes them in the building permit file. Uses mobile devices and building inspection software to record inspection results, take photos of job sites, and send results to applicants and contractors.

Prepares and issues certificates of occupancy.

Plans Examiner: Receives and examines building plans for compliance with international building codes as to construction, building type, occupancy, fire protection, and location of lot; verifies plans to conform to city ordinances (setbacks, public utility easements, proper drainage, etc.); makes corrections for errors on plans; discusses and explains ordinances and codes to concerned home owners and contractors.

Assesses and collects building permit fees following established procedures for building type and size; issues permits for building, plumbing, electrical, sewer, water, heating, cooling and other construction phases as required by law.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education and Experience:
2. Graduation from high school

AND

1. Minimum two (2) years' experience in field inspections

OR

1. Four (4) years of responsible experience performing above or construction related work;

OR

1. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of construction methods and materials common to commercial, industrial and residential construction projects; basic engineering standards and codes; political, legal and governmental processes affecting various building programs and project management; building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy conservation codes; modern construction methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment; basic drafting techniques, blue prints and related specifications; interpersonal communication skills.

Skill in the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.

Ability to interpret codes accurately and effectively; analyze permanent structures to determine conformity with established codes; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; read and interpret plans and specifications; visualize completed projects in planning stages and estimate the end results; estimate quantity of materials accurately; perform advanced mathematical calculations; develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public.

1. Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid Utah Driver's license.

Must be I.C.C. Residential Certified in all four residential areas of inspection specialization (plumbing, electrical, mechanical, building, or combination dwelling), or must obtain all four residential certifications within one year of employment date.

1. Work Environment:

Tasks require a variety of physical activities not generally involving muscular strain. Physical activity and demands are frequent related to walking, standing, stooping, climbing, sitting, and reaching. Talking, hearing and seeing or other effective communication is essential to job performance. Mental application utilizes memory for details, emotional stability and discriminating thinking common to most job functions. Frequent travel required in course of performing portions of job functions and periodic exposure to seasonal weather extremes.

Building Inspector II

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of working level, para-professional and technical duties related to conducting site inspections on residential and commercial buildings to assure conformity with established city codes and state and international building codes.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Building Official and the Lead Building Inspector.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Building Inspection: Visits building sites or existing buildings to perform inspections including zoning, building setbacks, footing, foundation, framing, wiring, plumbing, ventilation, heating, and air conditioning to assure compliance to building codes and ordinances; interprets regulations and codes to builder and property owners to assist them in altering construction plans to meet established standards. Ensures proper recording and documentation of inspections and violations for records and references. Provides reports on construction of buildings.

Investigates alleged code violations and addresses minor complaints pertaining to construction and safety hazards; determines whether violations exist; and if so initiates proper departmental procedures to report the findings; prepares certification of the inspection. Works with the Neighborhood Improvement Division and Storm Water Inspector to help enforce regulations and codes.

Operates personal computer and various software applications as needed to develop documents, charts, graphics, plan specifications and related materials. Takes photos of job sites and includes them in the building permit file. Uses mobile devices and building inspection software to record inspection results, take photos of job sites, and send results to applicants and contractors.

Prepares and issues certificates of occupancy.

Plans Examiner: Receives and examines building plans for compliance with international building codes as to construction, building type, occupancy, fire protection, and location of lot; verifies plans to conform to city ordinances (setbacks, public utility easements, proper drainage, etc.); makes corrections for errors on plans; discusses and explains ordinances and codes to concerned home owners and contractors.

Assesses and collects building permit fees following established procedures for building type and size; issues permits for building, plumbing, electrical, sewer, water, heating, cooling and other construction phases as required by law.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education and Experience:
2. Graduation from high school

AND

1. Minimum three (3) years' experience in field inspections

OR

1. Five (5) years of responsible experience performing above or construction related work;

OR

1. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of construction methods and materials common to commercial, industrial and residential construction projects; basic engineering standards and codes; political, legal and governmental processes affecting various building programs and project management; building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy conservation codes; modern construction methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment; basic drafting techniques, blue prints and related specifications; interpersonal communication skills.

Skill in the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.

Ability to interpret codes accurately and effectively; analyze permanent structures to determine conformity with established codes; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; read and interpret plans and specifications; visualize completed projects in planning stages and estimate the end results; estimate quantity of materials accurately; perform advanced mathematical calculations; develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public.

1. Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid Utah Driver's license.

Must be I.C.C. Residential Certified (in all four Residential areas: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, building), and must obtain 2 ICC Commercial Certifications within one year.

1. Work Environment:

Tasks require a variety of physical activities not generally involving muscular strain. Physical activity and demands are frequent related to walking, standing, stooping, climbing, sitting, and reaching. Talking, hearing and seeing or other effective communication is essential to job performance. Mental application utilizes memory for details, emotional stability and discriminating thinking common to most job functions. Frequent travel required in course of performing portions of job functions and periodic exposure to seasonal weather extremes.