Regulation Inspector I - Department of General Services, Facilities

Position Summary Regulation inspection work related to building custodial, pest control and window cleaning services to ensure a healthy environment for County employees and members of the public. Performing building and facilities inspections, reporting and overseeing the activities of contractors engaged in building cleaning, trash/recycling collection and disposal and pest control services. Work is predominantly field oriented requiring on-site inspection of facilities, maintaining records of progress; surveying progress; maintaining cost effective use of materials, supplies and contractors; and responsible contact with the public, contractors, and County and State regulatory officials for maintenance of cleaning standards in buildings which have regulatory oversight granting certification for continued operation in facilities which house operational activities for Police, Detention, Medical, Educational, Library, Senior Citizen, Recreational and Court operations. Starting Salary Hourly: $27.23 - $36.77 per hour. Annual: $56,645 - $76,484. Class Description Performs advanced level licensing, inspections, and regulation work under general supervision from a technical superior. Work includes interpreting and enforcing policy and acceptable construction methods; inspecting and ensuring code compliance with Local, State, and Federal building, housing, environmental, and safety codes and laws; providing technical assistance to County residents to resolve problems; interpreting and addressing conflicts with codes, ordinances, plans, or specifications; and ensuring adequate laboratory work and materials testing for subdivision and capital project work. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED with five (5) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Valid Class C Driver's License. Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and materials used in the cleaning industry with particular emphasis on commercial and government buildings. Ability to enforce codes, ordinances, regulations and contractual terms, firmly, tactfully, and impartially. Superior inspection and report preparation skills. Superior customer service skills. Responsibilities Performs visual inspections of County owned and leased buildings for adherence to cleaning and pest control specifications. Collects relevant data and prepares inspection reports related to building conditions for cleanliness requirements. Prepares computerized reports, correspondence, logs, and memoranda related to building conditions and recommends remedies for correction of non‑compliance with established standards of cleaning. Assists in maintaining a database of approved cleaning staff and arranges for admittance into County buildings and facilities. Coordinates trash and recycling collection services with other County agencies. Coordinates with suppliers for delivery of cleaning products and maintenance of stock at individual building sites. Maintains a computerized database for use of cleaning materials and supply use by building site; reviews payment for all custodial materials and supplies. Reviews invoicing for contracted services ensuring correctness. Assists in implementing contract standards for cleaning and pest control services. Ensures cleaning and pest control services are provided in compliance with OSHA, EPA and NFPA standards and regulations. Ensures cleaning services meet "Green Cleaning" standards to the degree possible. Judges performance for individual cleaners and makes recommendations regarding fitness for duty standards. Assists in maintaining databases of buildings where cleaning and pest control services are provided, including building specific information and scheduling of special cleaning efforts. Works with building managers and occupants to schedule and resolve cleaning and pest control issues. Works with management from various operational entities (Police, Detention, Health, Educational, Libraries, Senior Citizen, Recreational and Court operations) to ensure compliance with cleaning and pest control standards. Performs other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibility. Physical Demands and Work Environment Inspection duties require climbing ladders, manholes and entering confined spaces with proper equipment. Traverse rough terrain and lift/carry approximately fifty pounds. Regularly talk or hear; stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally taste or smell; lift up to 100 pounds. Work typically outside all year round, exposed to weather conditions, vibration, chemicals, electrical shock, and noise. Position is considered an emergency/essential position and may require response to emergencies. Language Skills, Mathematical Skills, and Reasoning Ability Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and the general public. Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Solve practical problems with limited standardization. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. #J-18808-Ljbffr Howard County Government