Building Inspector I

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**Summary: Under**supervision of the Building Official, performs skilled

and specialized inspection work involving the interpretation and

enforcement of codes and regulations for both building and health and

safety issues and performs related work, as required.

**Essential Job Functions**:*\

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- Perform daily inspections; review plans to determine project scope

and compliance with adopted codes and standards maintain accurate

records of permits and daily inspections.

- Inspect existing buildings and premises for change of use, occupancy

or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; work with the

public to ensure structures are safe and ready for occupancy.

- Perform annual fire life safety inspections and new business

inspections.

- Inspect construction projects for compliance with all parts of the

International Construction Codes, including building/ fire codes and

standards.

- Inspect construction projects for compliance with City codes, design

guidelines, planning and zoning requirements.

- Support office staff and provide counter service; respond to

questions, return phone calls and emails; input correction notices

and case-related comments into an automated data base; file and/or

scan documents following field inspections.

- Respond to inquiries from the public and contractors regarding codes

and other issues with projects, both over the phone and at the

public counter.

- Investigating reports of City Code violations related to property

maintenance, zoning, building, signage, and minimum housing

standards.

- Responded to complaints regarding potential code violations,

including environmental control and construction.

- Participate in professional/ public meetings and training, as

required.

- Researching City/County codes for appropriate sections related to

violations.

- Enforcing property maintenance codes to protect citizens\' health,

safety, and welfare.

- Support the relationship between the City of Benson and the general

public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when

interacting with visitors, the public and City staff; maintain

confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; perform

other duties, as required or assigned.