Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the enforcement of City building codes and other applicable codes and ordinances through on-site inspections, review of construction plans for code compliance, investigation of construction complaints, public awareness, and code interpretations. Reports to the Chief Building Inspector.

Performs field inspections of construction sites and structures or other permitted elements under construction for code compliance.
Performs building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical inspections for residential and commercial projects for Code Compliance and safety.
Prepares inspection reports for contractors and office records.
Reviews proposed construction plans for residential and commercial projects for adequacy and Code Compliance.
Prepares plan review comments for contractors and follow-up on such until resolved.
Reviews, calculates, prepares and approves permit applications.
Receives, investigates and follows-up on citizen construction related complaints.
Receives and answers code, permit and construction related questions from the general public as required.
Coordinates and attends meetings with contractors, general public or other agencies as required.
Maintains memberships and certifications necessary to maintain professional credibility.
Prepares and generates information such as plan review comments, inspection reports, code interpretations, complaint investigations and permit applications.
Prepares information for the Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule Report.
Refers to international codes, NFPA codes, ANSI regulations, adopted codes and county, state and federal regulations.
Utilizes a variety of computer software to include Incode, Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, GIS, Orion, and Citizenserve.
Interacts and communicates with a wide variety of groups and individuals to include design professionals, state and federal authorities, contractors, property owners, co-workers and other departments.
Meets with government officials, engineers, architects, contractors, and the public as required.
Operates a variety of machinery and/or equipment such as a City pickup truck.
Utilizes a variety of materials and/or supplies to include electrical circuit tester, volt meter, calculator, transit and various hand tools.

Education and Experience:
Technical Degree in a related field and three (3) years of experience in a job-related field;or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Qualifications:
Requires certification as a Building Inspector through a recognized program or be willing to work toward such certification within a specified time period.
Valid Driver’s License.

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