Building Inspector II

Minimum Preparation for Work:

Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
Two (2) years of experience as a Code Inspector I or equivalent; and
Holds a minimum of one standard license as an inspector and/or plans examiner in addition to the discipline for which he/she was hired, and
Demonstrates 5 years’ combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, building code inspection corresponding to the certification category sought; or
Demonstrates a combination of postsecondary education in the field of construction or a related field and experience which totals 4 years, with at least 1 year of such total being experience in construction or building code inspections; or
Demonstrates a combination of technical education in the field of construction or a related field and experience which totals 4 years, with at least 1 year of such total being experience in construction or building code plan inspections.

Pertinent work and education shall be defined as follows:

For the building discipline, pertinent work shall be in building construction work. In addition to building construction experience, it is preferred to have at minimum five (5) years of experience in residential construction supervising all trades. Pertinent education shall be in structural engineering, architecture, or related field.

Necessary Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate driver license for equipment operated and any license, training or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks.
Possess and maintain an active Standard Inspector license issued by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation in the respective discipline.
Possession of an active Standard Plans Examiner license issued by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation in the respective discipline is preferred, and may be required for some positions.
Nature of Work:
This is skilled and highly technical inspection work. An employee in this class works closely with professionals in the building industry, as well as the general public to insure safe, structurally sound, and sanitary building construction.

Work involves planning, plan checking, and field inspections to require compliance with municipally adopted codes and laws, as well as laws mandated by County, State, and Federal governments.

Examples of Work:
Checks plans and specifications for proposed construction of all building and building improvements within the City.
Makes field inspections to insure compliance with building code and that plans and other laws are followed.
Participates in the process for the demolition of buildings and structures in the City.
Enforces numerous City, County and Federal laws.
Inspects existing buildings for safety and compliance with other laws.
Secures evidence of violations, and when necessary, assists in the prosecution of these cases.
Advises and consults with professional designers, builders, plumbers, and the general public in regard to approved design methods, materials, and laws.
Performs field inspections to examine and evaluate the building structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work performed, and materials used; verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used, and compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.
Identifies, documents, and communicates deficiencies and deviations from plans; refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to supervisor. Interprets building, mechanical, plumbing, and safety codes; and issues pass/fail notices.
Meets with contractors and or homeowners to discuss project issues and concerns.
Monitors projects for compliance with code requirements and approved construction plans and materials; maintains communications with builders (Commercial/ Residential) and or homeowners on residential inspection projects.
Maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation, and project files.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of building construction and maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing installations.
Knowledge of City building codes or City, State, and Federal codes and laws, as well as accepted safety standards.
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, and practices.
Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints.
Ability to enforce regulations with firmness and tact; ability to work with and for the general public.
Ability to keep operating records and make reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
Skill in the use of standard equipment and testing devices of the building trade and in locating and correcting defects in building facilities.

The mental and physical demands and the work environment characteristics described below 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.

Mental and Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to hold or feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, and crouch. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception.

The employee regularly lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 45 pounds.

Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some jobs may require an employee to be exposed to outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, heights, and risk of electrical shock.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.