Performs a variety of routine to complex technical work in the plan review and field inspection for all types of construction and building related codes and interpretation and enforcement of adopted codes; including building, plumbing mechanical, energy, fuel gas, and accessibility as well as related city and state codes and standards.

SUPERVISION

This position performs under the general direction of the Mayor or Designee, and the direct supervision of the Planning Manager. The position often operates with limited supervision. May provide direction to the Permit Technician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Although the primary duties of the Building Inspector are listed below, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position. Primary duties include but are not limited to:

·         Assists residents, contractors, and developers in understanding code requirements and ensure code compliance with all construction projects in the field. Provides counter assistance and support to the Permit staff.

·         Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with existing International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Fuel Gas,  Building, plumbing, Washington State Energy and related codes.

·         Conducts field inspections of construction projects to check for code compliance while construction is in progress and at finalization of projects and enters findings into the database system.

·          Meets with and advises contractors, developers and design professionals, and the public on code and design requirements.

·          Coordinates projects in relation to City requirements, verifies compliance with all other departmental requirements prior to issuance of permits.

·          Maintains orderly files and records to document all areas under general control.

·          Reviews submitted plans using the City's online or database program and enters information regarding inspection results using the assigned database program.

·          Performs a variety of routine and complex work in the investigation, interpretation, and enforcement of adopted codes and related rules and regulations.

·          Requires consistent, in-person attendance on the job site.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Three (3) years' experience in construction, public works construction, building inspection, code enforcement, engineering, or a related field; and

Licensing: ICC Certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and/or Residential Building Inspector with the missing Inspector Certification within twelve months of hire; ICC certification as a Building Plans Examiner within twelve months from date of hire.

Must have and maintain a Washington State Driver’s License or obtain by the date of hire.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·         Thorough knowledge of building construction materials and design which includes wood frame, concrete, structural steel and masonry design; knowledge of applicable State and Federal Laws, city ordinances, building construction codes and techniques and general land use development standards and regulations; knowledge of building, planning and construction terminology; knowledge of standard practices for building, construction, mechanical and plumbing methods; knowledge of methods and techniques used for conducting plan review; and

·         Ability to work will with the public and with local contractors; ability to read and understand complicated plans and blueprints; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

·       Moderate experience with Microsoft Office, especially, Outlook Word, and Excel. Knowledge of permitting programs and processes, preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate to loud in the field.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Milton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on disability, race, marital status, gender, religion, age, or national/ethnic origin.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.