Code Enforcement Officer Apprentice

Performs responsible Routine and semi-skilled work in support of technical inspections and plan review work to ensure compliance of construction with the North Carolina State Building Codes. The individual assigned to this classification must obtain state certification in four trades within two years (Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical).

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class is responsible for plan review and in-field inspections of building, electrical, fire, plumbing, and mechanical installations. The plan review aspect includes evaluating plans submitted during the permitting process to ensure plans comply with state building codes. The in-field inspection work ensures that the actual construction is in accordance with approved plans and the state building code. Public contact is an instrumental aspect of the work. The employee works daily with contractors, owners, subcontractors, manufacturers, and others to answer questions and resolve problems. Inspection work is recorded and documented. Tact, courtesy, and firmness must be exercised in dealing with contractors and the public. Work subjects the employees to inside and outside environmental conditions; extremes in temperature; hazards associated with construction work; and may require one to work in close quarters, crawl spaces, and similar enclosed spaces. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Inspections and is evaluated based on periodic conferences, review of inspection reports, and through contractor and public reactions.

Employee Values: Employees of the Town of Wake Forest are expected to uphold and exhibit the Town’s shared employee values of caring, commitment, character, and collaboration.

Essential Functions

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Inspects building construction for compliance with codes in all four trade areas.
• Advises contractors, property owners, and others in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Writes inspection reports and fine notices, issues permits, creates field notes, and manages all inspection documentation.
• Enforces other Town ordinances.
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary reports.
• Reviews and studies the state building code and applicable changes.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects and reinspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken; issues stop work orders.
• May attend training for continuing education and additional job knowledge.
• May perform related duties and assignments within the scope of this classification.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of State building codes or ability to learn and local ordinances as applied to assigned building construction inspections.
• General working knowledge of construction and installation in the four trades (Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical).
• Skill in interpretation of building codes and in their application to specific situations.
• Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building contractors, engineers, homeowners, and the general public.
• Ability to enforce regulations tactfully and firmly.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate and thorough records.
• Ability to acquire standard certifications from NCDOI in building, plumbing, electrical or mechanical; within required timelines (2 years).
  
  

Desirable Education And Experience

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License or the ability to obtain within six months of hire. Education supplemented by trade school coursework in building construction trades and experience in construction trades work is highly desirable. Ability to obtain required certifications within two years of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform medium work exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a up to 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to inspect details of construction, prepare reports, and do extensive reading.
  
  

The link below provides a brief summary of the major benefits provided to new full-time, regular employees with the Town of Wake Forest.

2023 Town Of Wake Forest Benefits Summary

Details about benefits and costs for full-time employees are available in the Human Resources Department.

The Town Provides

Group Insurance Plans

Health Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield NC

MetLife Dental

Superior Vision

Group Life Insurance with Unum

Long-term and Short-term Disability Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation (457) Plan And 401(k)

Social Security

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program