Building Inspector (Signs) (Full Time)

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BUILDING INSPECTOR (SIGNS) - Building Inspection

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction, inspect signs, site, landscaping, stormwater, and buildings for compliance with codes and laws by making routine field inspections throughout construction period. Review plans for compliance with all codes and ordinances administered by Building Inspection Division for purpose of issuing permits. Counsel with architects, contractors, owners, and inspection staff as needed. Perform other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Make visual inspections during sign, site and landscaping, stormwater, and building construction throughout the city to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and safe construction installations and practices. Walk, kneel, sit, squat, crawl, stand, stoop, jump, leap, climb, and/or twist while performing inspection duties. Effectively interpret sign regulations, site and landscape plans, building codes, and other appropriate codes and regulations and advise on inquiries relating to construction installations and materials. Review plans for compliance with all codes and ordinances administered by Building Inspection Division, and issue sign permits. Pickup illegal signs throughout the city when called upon and during daily inspections. Keep effective records of permits, plan reviews, and daily inspections. Investigate complaints and issue court citations for violations when necessary. Attend court cases where violations have been filed. Attend sign control board meetings as needed and provide staff support when necessary. Assist the public in understanding sign, site and landscaping, stormwater, building code, and zoning regulations. Communicate courteously and effectively with other city employees, officials, contractors, and the public. Use computer for word processing and record keeping. Counsel with architects, designers, builders, and owners concerning sign, site and landscaping, stormwater, building code, and zoning regulations as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assist and advise other inspectors as necessary.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR LICENSES:

High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university preferred. Texas drivers license, Class C, required. ICC Certifications as a Residential Building Inspector and Energy Inspector must be obtained within one year of employment.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

Experience preferred in general sign, site and landscaping, building construction. Must have knowledge of pertinent construction codes and ordinances. Must have ability to operate personal computers and have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Must have abilities to: comprehend rapidly; read, write, and communicate effectively in person and by telephone with the public in the English language; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and communicate courteously with other city employees, officials, contractors, and the public.

Number of available positions: 1

High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university preferred. Texas drivers license, Class C, required. ICC Certifications as a Residential Building Inspector and Energy Inspector must be obtained within one year of employment. Experience preferred in general sign, site and landscaping, building construction. Must have knowledge of pertinent construction codes and ordinances.

Position : 002206001

Code : 286-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : BUILDING INSPECTION

Group : NONEXEMPT

Job Family : BUILDING INSPECTION

Job Class : BUILDING INSPECTOR

Salary: $55,039.14-$78,152.10