Building Inspector

Working in the City’s Building Department, performs technical field work inspecting and enforcing the state adopted Florida Building Codes for Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical, as well as City ordinances and related regulations. Responsibilities Read plans and specifications. Interpret drawings, setbacks, and inspects construction for compliance with approved plans, specifications, city regulations, and state adopted construction codes. Inspect footers, slabs, beams, columns, framing, roofing, insulation, masonry work, landscaping, parking, and drainage areas to evaluate compliance with building codes and specifications. Inspect soil lines, pipe sizes, locations of fixtures, water supply lines and materials, waste lines, vents, shut offs and sewer connections to ensure compliance with plumbing codes and specifications. Inspect grounding, wiring, conduit installation, equipment installation, device installation, etc., to evaluate compliance with electrical codes and specifications. Perform final inspections of swimming pools, manufactured homes, signs, and other properties to evaluate code compliance. Conduct code enforcement inspections as required to ensure city code compliance. Communicate official programs, policies, and procedures to the general public. Interpret codes and changes to contractors and homeowners. Operate a city vehicle to travel to various locations to perform work. Prepare oral and written reports related to assigned work. Other essential functions required as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities None Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices used in construction trades. Knowledge of the codes and regulations governing building construction, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing installation, alteration, repair, and environmental protection. Knowledge of possible defects and flaws in building construction, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations and of effective corrective measures. Ability to recognize deviations from such plans in the construction process. Ability to explain, interpret, and enforce regulations and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to communicate and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to work independently. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent; 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in building codes, construction and/or related field; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for this position. Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements Possession of a valid State of Florida driver’s license. Must meet the requirements of Florida Statute 468.609 as outlined below: Must possess a Standard Class (OR) or Provisional certificate from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board as a Residential Inspector. Any and all Provisional licenses must be converted to Standard license in the time allowed by DBPR Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Failure to acquire and maintain licenses may be cause for termination. Physical and Mental Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act. Essential Physical Skills Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Mental Demands Required to use written and oral communication skills. Read and interpret data, information and documents. Work under deadlines with constant interruptions. Work Environment 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 job involves inside and outside work and is exposed to all weather conditions. Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr