Combination Inspector

Job Expires: 1/18/25

Salary Range: $63,379.04 - $79,283.14

General Description and Classification Standards:

Performs inspections of commercial structures and residential, single- family detached structures for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.

Supervision Received:

Normally receives guidance regarding overall mission and unusual priorities, etc., but may set work methods, timetables, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Inspects the quality of work in the construction, alteration, or repair of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings, and other structures including foundations, cement, framing, and plastering; checks plumbing, heating, and electrical installation, including fixtures and appliances; inspects stud, joist, rafter spacing, and other structural member factors; examines the grade, treatment, and quality of building materials.
• Evaluates the quality of materials and work relative to applicable building codes, ordinances, regulations, and relative to approved plans; issues notices to identify corrections required for compliance or to stop work on projects.
• Responds to verbal and written inquiries from architects, contractors, builders, City personnel, and the general public; interprets, applies, and explains requirements and restrictions related to building codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures; develops alternative methods for compliance with requirements and restrictions.
• Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks.
• Maintains accurate records in computer database to document inspection results.
• Checks inspection reports from third party engineering firms for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensures that all prerequisite inspections are completed to authorize issuance of certificates of occupancy.
• Applies organizational policies.
• Supervisory authority over work group (typically at least four to five employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc.
• May interpret organizational policies and recommend exceptions.
• May assist with scheduling appointments and reviewing and approving plans in compliance with building codes, ordinances and regulations.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Thorough knowledge of International Code Council Building codes, related federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of building tools and materials.
• Knowledge of methods of building construction.
• Knowledge of safety methods; and principles, practices, and techniques of building inspection.
• Skill in safely operating office equipment including computers.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain building plans, blueprints, specifications, and building codes.
• Ability to make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to use word processing and other related computer software programs.
• Ability to prepare and maintain complete, accurate, and concise reports and records.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise initiative making recommendations to management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to work independently and organize and prioritize work.