Building Inspector II

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BUILDING INSPECTOR II

Pay Range: $32.30 - $45.45

NATURE OF WORK

This position is responsible for advanced technical enforcement work related to the inspection of buildings to determine and ensure compliance with Fremont's building, property maintenance, and zoning codes.

Work involves the administration and operation of the city's permits and inspections department, through technical activities as they pertain to the construction, alteration, renovation, repair, zoning, or property maintenance of all structures within the city and within the two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction. Work is performed with independence as it relates to predetermined policies, procedures, and all related laws. Supervision is received from an administrative superior.

Work will involve the training and limited supervision of Building Inspector I as directed.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following examples of work are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Perform field inspections of new construction, existing buildings, alterations, and repairs within the City of Fremont and the extended territorial jurisdiction to review the status of permitted work.
• Establish and maintain professional and collaborative public relations between the building safety department and citizens, private contractors, other employees, municipal officials, and other governmental agencies.
• Explain and interpret codes and regulations to owners, private contractors, government officials and the general public.
• Reviews plans, specifications, and other data to ensure accuracy in meeting the minimum requirements of applicable codes and zoning requirements; ensures that all forms are completed in accordance with rules and regulations.
• Conduct inspections of existing buildings as required to verify compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, identify dangerous conditions, order discontinued use, or the vacation of a building as required.
• Prepares and maintains both written and electronic records of inspection results and required corrections.
• Implement proper procedures and work with other agencies, including the police, fire, and agriculture departments to identify code infractions and issue verbal or written orders for the correction of violations and infractions.
• Investigate and resolve complaints from the general public concerning code violations.
• Prepare and file appropriate documentation and respond to the complainant regarding the action taken.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures by ensuring the appropriate application of local, state, and federal laws pertaining to the duties performed.
• Operates standard office equipment in the performance of job duties, i.e. fax machines, copier, personal computer, calculator etc.
• Performs other duties as directed or as the situation dictates.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of and ability to apply applicable city, state and federal laws, policies and regulations which impact departmental activities.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques utilized in structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and safe housing inspections.
• Knowledge of licensing and permit rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate vehicles, machinery, equipment, and tools pertaining to duties performed.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize computers and software applications as they pertain to planning and inspection activities.
• Knowledge of the city's responsibilities and use of independent judgment in the performance of duties.
• Ability to perform field inspections on new construction, alterations, and repairs within the city and extended territorial jurisdiction.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans and specifications and relate them to applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to enforce ordinances and other regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain various reports and other departmental documents.
• Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to perform job duties efficiently while managing frequent interruptions.
• Ability to plan and organize a personal work schedule, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Ability and willingness to study, test, obtain, and maintain ICC certifications in various inspection fields with city support.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Spanish is preferred but not required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent GED.
• Must have two (2) years' experience performing building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical inspections, or have journey level licensing in plumbing, mechanical, or electrical trades, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities, and skills.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is occasionally performed indoors but is generally performed outdoors and requires a considerable amount of physical activity including walking, standing, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping, and climbing.
• The incumbent must have the ability to transport themselves to and from various locations thought the city and extended territorial jurisdiction.
• Duties require the ability to tolerate indoor and outdoor work environments which include contact with dirt, dust, noise, and inclement weather.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Employees must possess and maintain a valid Nebraska Driver's License when operating a vehicle.
• Building Inspector II must hold within 90 days of hire at least one ICC inspector certification as a plumbing, mechanical, electrical inspector, or a combination inspector.
• Incumbents must obtain one additional ICC certification every six months in areas agreed to with employer until four certificates are obtained.