Senior Building Inspector

JOB SUMMARY

The Building Inspector serves as the combination residential and commercial inspector by inspecting job sites and structures for construction and ordinance code and building plan compliance. Additional duties include reviewing plans for compliance to current codes for permitting and field inspections.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Consults with property owners and contractors regarding code and ordinance concerns;
• Assigns and inputs inspections and results;
• Performs field inspections on residential and commercial properties for code compliance;
• Assists with open record requests when needed;
• Reviews building plans for code and ordinance compliance;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of all aspects of construction and related codes;
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively;
• Skilled in conducting field building inspections;
• Skilled in maintaining records;
• Skilled in reading and interpreting codes, construction plans, drawings, specifications, and special provisions;
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications

Supervisory Controls: This position is supervised by the Building Official. 

**Supervisory and Management Responsibility:**None.

Guidelines: Guidelines include City codes, City personnel regulations and established practices. These guidelines are clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to enforce City codes and ordinances.  Successful performance contributes to the safety and welfare of citizens.

Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with residents, business owners, land owners, co­ workers, department heads, other City employees, consultants, attorneys, real estate personnel, vendors, board members and the general public.

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.

Physical Demands: The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work is typically performed while intermittently standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Work Environment: The work is performed inside an office and outside at construction sites and may include occasional exposure to hot, cold or inclement weather, rough terrain, noise, dust, dirt, and machinery. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hard hat, reflective vests, etc.) must be worn when necessary.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a valid State of Georgia driver’s license
• Must possess International Code Council (ICC) certifications as a residential and commercial combination inspector or have the ability to obtain any missing certifications within 12 months of employment
• Must maintain CEUs to keep current certifications active
• If the qualifications for the Senior Building Inspector are not met the Building Inspector job classification may be used to fill the position
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
• ICC or BOAG Certified in one or more trades
• ICC or BOAG Certified plans reviewer
• GSWCC LEVEL 1B Certified Site Inspector
• GSWCC LEVEL 2 Certified Site Plan Reviewer