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Please apply by: 1/17/25

Salary Range: $32.70 - $49.05

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

NOTE: A NC Standard Certificate Level III in Building, Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing is required for this position. If you do not have a NCSC Lvl III, you can obtain a prequalification from the NC Office of State Fire Marshal - Code Officials Qualification Board (COQB).

Use this link: https://www.ncosfm.gov/licensing-certification

More About The Role

This role will be a plan review and inspections role in either the Building, Electrical Mechanical or Plumbing Trade (openings in all trades). The applicant will need to have an extensive background in contracting and construction of large commercial projects (High-rise, Hospitals, Hotels, Stadiums, Multifamily Apartments).

WHO WILL I BE WORKING WITH? This is a dual role of both plan review and inspections in the Mega-Multi Family or the Special Projects Team within Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement. This position will have work environments in the office and the field. This position interacts with Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Owners, and other Agencies related to the prescribed projects. Customer interactions are in person, on the phone, via email, and/or text.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? The position is responsible for reviewing electronically submitted project plans for compliance with the applicable NC State Codes. This position is also responsible for providing Inspections and consultations to the projects that fall within the parameters of a Mega Projects and assuring their compliance to NC State Codes. This would include (but not limited to) Very Large and Complex Commercial Structures. The geographic work area would include the City of Charlotte, the unincorporated areas of Charlotte, and all the six townships located in Mecklenburg County. This position often answers permitting, plan review, & technical code related questions from our Customers and other Staff.

Position Summary

Review the professional design documents and inspections of the most complex commercial projects for compliance with all applicable codes. This position, under general supervision, will provide consultative services and participate in building code and legislative processes. May also be responsible for performing investigations in response to fires or public complaints.

Essential Functions

Examine professional design documents to ascertain compliance with applicable codes and assure public safety, health, and welfare of the community

Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes

Approve or reject documents utilizing supporting code, discipline, general statutes, and policy references

Evaluate specific projects for time of review and processes applications for time estimates

Execute final sign off and approval for construction design documents

Provide consultation before, during and following plans examination and construction: educate design professionals and contractors regarding policies, procedures, and codes; analyzes and suggest methods for design modifications

Participate in code making processes; provide logic, consistency, clarity, and fairness in code changes, applications, and interpretations.

Contribute to department and industry safety objectives by actively participating in professional organization education, legislative, administrative, and code processes

Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports

Completes assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule

May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in the design/construction of commercial buildings or two years of inspections experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications

Requires Level III certification in at least one construction trade, or ability to obtain a Level III certification within one year of hire

Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License

Requires County Driving Privileges

Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Architect and Engineer Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and related codes

Applicable rules, laws and regulations

Practices and procedures related to code violations

Customer service principles

Inspection procedures

Local and State ordinances and laws relative to building construction and zoning regulations

Basic principles and practices of engineering

Building and construction materials and methods

Legislative processes

Principles, practices and methods of building design

Skills

Providing customer service

Interpreting laws and regulations

Performing inspections

Performing mathematical calculations

Reading and interpreting building plans, blue prints, documents, ordinances, and laws

Conducting technical inspections

Preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports

Abilities

Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided

Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs

Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it

Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently

Planning and Organization: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently

Computer Skills

Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device

General knowledge in various computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite Physical Demands

Work Environment

Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection

This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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