Building Inspector

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for various technical functions related to building inspections including reviewing plans; conducting onsite inspections; assuring proper construction techniques permit compliance; investigating complaints related to building codes and property maintenance.

MAJOR DUTIES

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   Conducts inspections of new and existing structures. Ensures code and ordinance compliance; identifying violations; educating homeowners and contractors regarding construction techniques and procedures; answering code and construction questions; and maintaining and submitting all inspection records.
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   Reviews building plans for compliance with codes and ordinances.
3. 
   Conducts erosion and sedimentation control inspections.
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   Interacts with a variety of individuals both internally and within the community to provide information disseminate departmental information coordinates projects and assists in resolving administrative issues.
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   Completes related paperwork and required reports.
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   Prepares routine and non-routine reports; receives sorts and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports.
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   Maintains and upgrades knowledge skills and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
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   Reports administrative and/or operational problems to supervisor.
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   May serve as back-up for other positions within the department.
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    Issues stop work orders to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
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    Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

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   Knowledge of applicable state federal and local ordinances codes laws rules and regulations.
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   Knowledge of building inspection policies techniques requirements and procedures.
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   Knowledge of plan review principles and practices.
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   Knowledge of building construction.
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   Knowledge of geography of the City.
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   Knowledge of external governmental bodies and agencies related to area of assignment.
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   Knowledge of standard arithmetic.
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   Knowledge of record keeping report preparation filing methods and records management techniques.
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   Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
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    Skill in conducting and documenting building inspections.
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    Skill in communicating with property owners builders contractors and other parties.
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    Skill in reading interpreting and applying building codes in a variety of contexts.
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    Skill in oral and written communication.
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    Skill in reading interpreting and preparing blueprints and maps.
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    Skill in writing and explaining reviews of project plans.
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    Skill in preparing clear and concise reports correspondence and other written materials.
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    Skill in using tact discretion initiative and independent judgment with established guidelines.
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    Skill in researching compiling and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Chief Building Inspector assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include ADA standards international building codes local ordinances state zoning laws as wells as city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment selection and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

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  The work consists of various technical and building inspection duties. The correction application of standards and codes which are subject to change with time contributes to the complexity of the position.
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  The purpose of this position is to complete various technical functions related to building inspections including reviewing plans; conducting onsite inspections; assuring proper construction techniques permit compliance; investigating complaints related to building codes and property maintenance. Success in this position ensures that construction is in compliance with adopted codes and ordinances.

CONTACTS

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  Contacts are typically with co-workers other city personnel contractors property owners developers and members of the general public.
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  Contacts are typically to provide services to give or exchange information to justify or settle matters or to resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

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  The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting standing stooping or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects climbs ladders uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and distinguishes between shades of color.
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  Work is typically performed outdoors occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise dust dirt and grease. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks goggles and gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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  High school diploma or equivalent required; and
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  More than one year of related experience required; or
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  Any equivalent combination of education experience and training which provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the work.
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  Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Level 1 Inspector certification or ability to obtain in 24 months.
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  Possession of a Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level 1B certification or ability to obtain within 24 months.
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  Possession of a valid state drivers license issued for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Required Experience:

Manager