GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of routine and complex technical work in building inspection work to ensure that adopted building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and other adopted codes and standards are met.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.
Inspects construction in the City, including, but not limited to, building, plumbing, electrical mechanical, energy and landscape inspections to ensure that all related codes, ordinances, and approved construction plans are followed.
Performs on-site inspections of footings, foundations, framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and energy systems, etc.
Examines general framing and structure of buildings to ensure that corners are tied in place, that trusses are tied down and set at proper distances, that floor joists are set at right distances and proper spans, and that bridging is put up and in place, and that the general quality and grade of lumber used in construction is standard, etc.
Performs electrical inspections examining for right size of panels, correct uses and sizes of wire, correct number of circuits, correct numbers, and location of switches, etc. to insure that adopted national codes are adhered to.
Performs plumbing inspections of all plumbing fixtures examining for vent size, grade and size of pipe, and examines all joints for proper sealing to ensure that there are no leaks, etc.
Performs mechanical inspections of heating and cooling systems and its components for proper equipment use and placement, sizing, installations, and materials used.
Performs energy code related inspections for proper installation of approved materials and methods to meet the requirements of the energy code compliance reports related to the building envelope, electrical lighting loads and water heating.
Performs land use development inspections as related to building setbacks, easements, off-street parking, landscaping, signage and screening devices.
Witnesses water, sewer, and gas piping tests on all completed plumbing, examining for sealing and leakage, etc.
Maintains records of building and inspection activity and completes related reports; issues certificates and permits as appropriate.
Assists in researching problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance; responds to complex and sensitive building issues.
Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing.
Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
Performs plan review of new one and two family residential related construction including townhouses and plan review of alterations, additions, repairs, and accessory structures to residential property.
Performs less extensive commercial plan reviews as determined by Building Official.
Responds to damaged building call outs (including After hours) from Fire, Police or Bell County 911 dispatches; investigates buildings damaged by fire or other causes to determine correctional or safety measures to be taken to permit their continued use.
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:
1. Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
2. Two (2) years of experience in general construction and related fields; or
3. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
4. Plumbing Inspectors License issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners plus inspector certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as related to the IRC or IBC construction related codes, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Thorough knowledge of international building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy codes or general construction codes and a thorough knowledge of carpentry; considerable knowledge in international building codes, zoning, and land use applications.
2. Skill in the operation of the listed equipment.
3. Ability to cooperate with the public, contractors, and City staff members; ability to read and understand complicated plans and blueprints; ability to communicate effectively and professionally orally, in writing and by electronic means such as email, text and cell phone.
4. Knowledge of City construction codes and ordinances.
5. Ability to self-study to learn, certify and apply applicable local, state and federally adopted construction codes, methods, and regulations.
6. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must have a valid driver's license by date of hire.2. Must obtain and maintain a Texas Drivers License within 90 days of hire.
3. Must obtain the International Residential Plumbing Code within three (3) months, the International Plumbing Code within six (6) months, and apply for the State Plumbing Inspector license within twelve (12) months of employment.
4. Must obtain the residential energy code certification within nine (9) months of employment.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, including word processing and permitting software; motor vehicle, 10-key calculator, portable radio, telephone, cell phone, laptop, ladder or scaffolding, tape measure, and appropriate safety equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly in outdoor settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate to loud in the field.