Multi-Trades Inspector, Construction Development

Multi-Trades Inspector, Construction Development

Employees and Public

Annual Salary: $52,215.07 Grade: 26

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in Construction Development Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana

to perform professional activities to conduct residential, commercial and industrial inspections in two or more trades (building construction, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and/or gas) for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Work may be performed in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and position may be subject to 24-hour call.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts a variety of inspections to include inspecting below slab installation, wall and final installations, water drainage and vents, final fixture installation and vents, and the installation of sewer lines, water lines, back flows, electrical lines, HVAC, fuel oil systems, pool and spa heaters or other systems; ensures the compliance with all ordinances and codes.

Assesses properties to determine potential for rehab per HUD regulations or demolition recommendations for distressed, vacant and blighted properties; defines scope of work to repair substandard structures to achieve code compliance; prepares itemized cost estimates of labor and materials; participates in bid solicitation process and contract signings.

Interprets and enforces ordinances and codes related to building construction, plumbing systems,

heating ventilation, air conditioning, (HVAC) fuel oil systems, pool and spa heaters, electrical or other systems in new construction and existing residential, commercial, and industrial structures; inspects properties in the process of construction, alteration, repair or demolition for compliance with applicable codes; verifies conformance to applicable codes, ordinances, and approved plans; re-visits areas with repeat violators.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED, with vocational or technical school training in one or more of the following: building construction, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and/or other trade; four (4) year(s) previous experience in building construction, plumbing, electrical and/or HVAC inspections and code enforcement is

preferred for positions in Construction Development Department; or

four (4) years of experience in residential construction, including home inspection, property claims adjuster, or construction project management work is preferred for positions in Community Development Department

; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. Will be required to obtain and maintain required certifications, as determined by the department.

Must possess or obtain within one year of hire the following certificates issued by the International Code Council (ICC):

Work Schedule: 40 hrs per week, may work weekends and holidays. This position is may be subject to 24-hour call

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