What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector/Plans Examiner position at City Of Carmel?

Job Description

Are you passionate about building safe and sustainable communities? The City of Carmel is looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Building Inspector to join our team! In this role you will perform skilled work functions associated with the review and analysis of building and site construction plans, and the inspection of buildings and building systems to ensure compliance with applicable building codes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Works directly with property owners, builders, and contractors to provide building safety inspections and other construction related assessments; requires high level customer service, advanced communication, and problem-solving focus - both in the field and in the office.
Administers, interprets, and enforces the provisions of applicable federal, state, and local building codes or related codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.
Reviews architectural plans submitted for building permits for compliance with residential, commercial, flood, and solar code requirements.
Notify applicants of required amendments to the building plans before they can be approved and released; advises what permits and inspections are required.
Performs site inspections of residential and commercial construction work, buildings, premises, and related systems for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances, established specifications, and approved construction plans; inspects MEP’s and structural components.
Identifies building code violations during construction or-remodeling process; communicates with builders / homeowners via email, phone, or on-site visits to correct violations.
Responds to building complaints and questions related to building, , or building code issues; provides information and education, researches problems and initiates problem resolution; serves as “inspector-on-call” during specified hours daily to answer and respond to inquiries by the public.
Assists in evaluating structural and system damage after events such as vehicle impacts, wind, flooding, fire or collapse and be a part of the Disaster Team.
Prepares and maintains records of inspection activities; enters construction inspection results into the Department’s database while in the field.
Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors the work environment to ensure the safety of employees and other individuals.
Maintains comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws and regulations; maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Assists in training new hires
Participates in the Emergency on Call rotation
Assists with Community Rating System (CRS) and learns about Flood Plain duties
Coordinates the Remote Work Calendar and Schedules to be approved by Operations Manager
Assigns remaining inspections after Operations Manager has reviewed inspections for the day
Attends public meetings as required
Participates in training through ICC and other specialty groups
Participates in Disaster Response team and attend any training provided
Performs other related Department duties as required by the Operations Manager.
May be asked to perform non-related field activities and assist other City departments when circumstances arise.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Ability to effectively work with and communicate with a diverse public.

Work involves regular and consistent collaboration, coordination and communication with other building industry professionals, fire and public safety officials, City departments and divisions within the Department of Community Services.

A high level of knowledge of state and local construction standards and building codes. Ability to review, classify and evaluate data.

Ability to read and understand building plans for residential and commercial buildings. Knowledge of Zoning law fundamentals; ability to review and understand zoning ordinances and maps.

Ability to utilize a variety of reference, descriptive, advisory, design data and information. Ability to exercise discretion in identifying and selecting from alternative courses of action. Ability to communicate effectively; includes ability to speak and write clearly to exchange information and resolve problems.

Ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic and geometric principles; ability to interpret charts, graphs, and schematics.

Ability to operate a personal computer for most essential job functions including electronic plan review, managing permit and inspection workflow; word processing, database management and others as may be required.

Must carry a City issued communication device and other tools as required by the Operations Manager.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle to conduct work activities.

Ability to exert moderate physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials weighing 11-20 pounds.

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, snow, rain, severe weather, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, electric currents, construction and traffic hazards.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

High school diploma or GED supplemented by vocational or technical training with emphasis on mechanical systems or building trades.

Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience which includes building inspections, mechanical systems, building construction or building trades.

Or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Must possess and maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license.

Must possess or obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintain the following Certifications from the International Code Council :

Residential Combination Inspector and Property and Maintenance Certification

Commercial Building Inspector Certification

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