Building Inspector

• * $0 Cost Individual Health/Dental Premium, based on certain criteria
  * RSA - Retirement Benefits *The pay range for this position is $53,974.81 - $59,578.09 annually, based on experience. *This position may remain open till filled or until receipt of sufficient number of applications.

Responsible for performing field inspections of residential and commercial structures framing, plumbing, gas, electrical and mechanical installations and approving official documents permitting building construction, remodeling, renovation, demolition, and occupancy.

• Approves new structures for occupancy subject to approved inspections based on minimum adopted code requirements.
• Performs field inspections of all permitted structures to include, but not limited to, framing, plumbing, gas, electrical, and mechanical installations.
• Assists other building inspectors with difficult building problems or issues.
• Explains building code requirements to contractors and the public.
• Inputs inspection results into an automated inspection and permitting software program using a desktop, laptop, notebook or tablet computer and completes all required Inspection paperwork.
• Places stop work orders on jobs where no permit has been obtained.

• Reviews building plans for code compliance.
• Approves building permits and trade permits.
• Interfaces with Engineering, various utility departments and authorities and other departments during the construction process until a certificate of occupancy or completion is issued.
• May perform on-the-job training of other inspectors and employees.
• Maintains knowledge and proficiency of current minimum code standards for residential and commercial construction to include plumbing, gas, electrical and mechanical minimum standards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Position splits time approximately 20% in office and 80% in field.
• May require flexibility to work additional hours when needed to complete projects and assignments.
• May involve callout work in case of storms or other civil emergencies.
• Field work is often done in rain and other inclement weather.
• Field work is often done at job sites with dangerous conditions such as incomplete structures, paint and other chemicals on-site, electric tools in use, noise, etc.
• Must maintain a strong driving record for city insurance purposes and record may be periodically checked by the City.
• Strong background record required, due to frequent interaction with the public.

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of related experience, at least one of which was as a certified Building Inspector;
• OR Licensure as an Alabama General Contractor or Homebuilder with at least 3 years related experience, at least one of which was as a certified Building Inspector;
• OR five years of experience as certified building inspector;
• OR any equivalent combination of education and experience and ability to acquire at least one certification through examination by a nationally recognized and accreditation agency or organization during the first ten (10) months of employment.

• Extensive, expert knowledge of adopted building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, gas, swimming pool, life safety, fire prevention and other building and trade codes.
• Ability to conduct thorough field inspections of new and remodeled residential and commercial structures and associated plumbing, gas, electrical and mechanical components.
• Ability to review building and trade plans to identify code deficiencies.
• Ability to review work of field inspectors and correct errors in a constructive manner
• Ability to drive a four-wheel vehicle off road
• Ability to train others and lead others with complex building problems.
• Ability to continuously grow in technical knowledge through study and biennial participation in code related examinations for technical certification through nationally recognized accreditation agencies.

• This positions physical requirements involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to be mobile in order to climb into and out of ditches, attics, buildings, crawlspaces, and other tight and difficult places for inspection.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with the public.
• Ability to work around specific chemicals required for building construction.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to drive.
• Ability to travel.