Building Inspector

The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a full-time Building Inspector in the Community Development Department. This position will enforce all City building codes and ordinances by site plan reviews and construction inspections.WORK PERFORMED:Reviews construction plans for compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances and works with architects, engineers and builders to gain compliance.Performs all types of building construction inspections to ensure compliance of City's building codes and flood control ordinance.Prepares correspondence relations to all phases of inspection activities.Computer data entry of all relevant inspections' information activities.Assists with the enforcement of the nuisance, swimming pool fence, substandard structure and sign ordinances.Processes building permit applications including receipt of fees.Works with subdivisions homeowners' associations to achieve compliance prior to approving building permits; and works with the Construction Building Board of Adjustment and the Electrical Board concerning code interpretation.Performs other duties within areas of responsibility and ability as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:Two years of college or two years' experience in building inspections or code enforcement. Combination of other types of pertinent experience will be considered.Knowledge of International Building Code, International Residential Code, plumbing code, gas code, mechanical code, national electrical code, state plumbing examiners guide, City codes, sign ordinances, zoning ordinance, and state windstorm resistant construction guide.Texas State Board of Plumbing Inspector LicenseCertified as Residential Combination Inspector through International Code CouncilValid Texas Driver's License and good driving record. This position may require 24-hour availability during emergency conditions

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