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Residential Inspector

Beaufort County
Beaufort, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

Salary : $30.83 - $40.07 Hourly

Location : Beaufort

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202300030

Division : Development

Department : Building Codes / Code Enforcement / Business Services

Opening Date : 06 / 19 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to inspect initial construction and additional repairs to ensure adherence to International Residential Code (IRC) specifications, building ordinances, and zoning laws. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

  • Performs inspections at various stages of construction for compliance with residential building construction codes and policies. Examples include :

Building - inspects footing, slab, wall, beams / columns, roofs, concrete, framework and the installation of components and cladding.

  • Electrical - inspects pipe size, breaker size, wire size, circuit layout, fixtures and equipment.
  • Plumbing - inspects soil lines, pipe size, location of fixtures, water supply lines, vents and shutoffs.
  • Mechanical - inspects duct sizes, penetration protection, equipment schedules, ventilation system, gas installation and material specifications.
  • Reads and interprets plans, specifications, correspondence and related construction documents.
  • Provides technical assistance and advice on difficult or unusual construction problems, methods or materials.
  • Performs emergency inspections to resolve difficult problems.
  • Explains and interprets construction codes to owners, contractors, design professionals, the general public and construction inspectors.
  • Prepares and maintains technical reports.
  • Obtains evidence and prepares any necessary reports in order to offer testimony against code violators.
  • Performs related work as assigned.
  • Typical Qualifications

    MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

  • Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses / training equivalent to completion of one (1) year of college.
  • Over two years and up to and including four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

  • International Residential Electrical Inspector.
  • International Residential Mechanical Inspector.
  • International Residential Plumbing Inspector.
  • International Residential Building Inspector.
  • International Residential Combination Inspector.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
  • Supplemental Information

    All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.

    We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

    To learn more details, please the Beaufort County Human Resources website.

    Do you have an Associate degree or higher?

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