What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector - Mechanical position at City of Largo, FL?
Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.
Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride
Vision: To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay
Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity
Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.
CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!
Closing:
12/21/2024
Salary:
$27.06 hourly rate
Job Summary:
This is responsible for technical work in both office and field to determine if performance in the field complies with prevailing regulatory codes related to mechanical and installation during all phases of construction or rehabilitation of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Specific instruction and areas of responsibility are set forth when initial duty assignments are made by the Chief Building Inspector, which requires limited supervision.
Additional Benefits:
- General benefits package with flexible spending accounts, leave time, etc.
- Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match
- Benefits also include 12 paid holidays and 24 hour full access to City fitness center. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- May receive $1,000 in relocation assistance for candidates outside Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, or Manatee counties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.
Leadership
- Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
- Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
- Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
- Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
Management
- Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
- Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance
Technical
- Inspects residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for compliance with the established codes
- Determines if work or service is being performed by those who are properly licensed and possess valid permits for said work or services
- Determines if performance in the field complies with that which the building permit stipulates
- Meets with contractors to discuss matters related to the buildings
- Informs individuals about specific code requirements and answers code-specific questions
- Responsible for the quality control of construction projects for adherence to approved plans and specifications
- Provides information to the public regarding construction projects
- Responsible for Florida Building Code violations
- Provides information to the public regarding violations of City, County, and State codes and solutions to correct or remove the code violations
- Performs tasks such as data entry and responding to customer questions
Team Skills
- Supports honest and transparent decision-making
- Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
- Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same
Performs related work as required.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Four (4) years of experience in building construction trades, construction and architecture inspections, or civil engineering
- Based on current state law, education (in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related field only) can be substituted for experience for up to three (3) years
- Standard Inspector (Mechanical) License required or the ability to qualify for and obtain a provisional (Mechanical) state license within the time period allotted by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Must obtain the Standard Inspector (Mechanical) License prior to expiration of the Provisional License
- Based on department need, a particular license may be required when filling a vacancy, but specifics will be clearly outlined on the posting
- Valid Florida Driver's License or from another state for transfer within 30 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of construction terminology, techniques, and procedures, including the ability to read and understand complex construction documents and plans
- Ability to meet and deal with the general public in a tactful and effective manner
- Ability to follow through on findings of irregularities to comply with approved standards
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Considerable knowledge of Florida laws, City ordinances, rules and regulations, and principles and practices of inspection techniques
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Environment: 5% inside a climate-controlled building and 95% outside, which includes driving.
Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require sitting approximately two (2) hours per day, standing approximately two (2) hours per day, and walking approximately four (4) hours per day. The job also requires frequent bending/stooping, climbing, fine manipulations, grasping, reaching, repetitive motion, and lifting objects weighing up to 15 pounds; occasional kneeling, pulling, pushing, and lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 44 pounds. On rare occasions, the work requires crawling and lifting/carrying objects weighing more than 45 pounds.
Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation and on the telephone. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the phone. Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, and read normal and fine print.
Driving Requirements: Requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Technology: The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software. It also requires proficiency with computer hardware and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications, internet applications, and database management.
Tools: The work requires proficiency with ladders, tape measures, fall protection equipment, and shears.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Yes - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)
No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING
No - CREDIT CHECK
No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.
About Us
The City of Largo a great place to work, naturally! Largo is the third-largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area. Conveniently located near world-class beaches and attractions in a picturesque natural setting, Largo offers a great quality of life for residents with affordable housing and entertainment, an engaged and active community along with safe and attractive streets. The City Parks system is made up of nearly 500 acres of green space including 20 parks, 11 miles of walking trails and many opportunities to canoe, kayak, and paddleboard.
About the Organization
The organization serves over 80 thousand residents and four thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride.
Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.
As a national Top Workplace winner three years in a row, the City of Largo is proud of our innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits and leave packages, and work-life balance. A family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks just begin to define the community we serve. The City of Largo prides itself on living up to its vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! To learn more about the organization, please watch the
City of Largo Values
video.
About our Benefits
Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits, leave packages, and a flexible work life balance. Largo provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as wellness benefits. Additional benefits include flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) along with paid life insurance and AD&D coverage. Supplemental life is offered at additional cost.
Full-time team members are enrolled in a Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match. Public Safety team members covered by IAFF (Fire) and PBA (Police) have plan provisions outlined in each union agreement. All team members are eligible to open an optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b).
Benefits also include 11 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to fitness centers. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. For more information on the City of Largo Employee Benefits offerings, please review our
Largo Lifeline
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