What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector position at City of Lynn Haven?

Company Description

Lynn Haven is a city in Bay County, Florida, United States, north of Panama City. We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, we encourage you to continue with this job application!

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Job Description

Have you worked in the building construction industry and enjoy reading/interpreting plans and helping citizens and customers make sure their building project meets required building codes? Can you troubleshoot issues and help solve challenges in the building arena while ensuring compliance with laws and codes? Are you book and people smart? The City of Lynn Haven is looking for a sharp, experienced individual to move building and development in our city in a positive manner as our Building Inspector. The Building Inspector is responsible for ensuring residential, industrial, and commercial building construction work complies with Florida Building Code (FBC) and local ordinances. Work is performed under the direction of the Building Code Official. The Building Inspector will review plans and complete field inspections of construction projects ensuring compliance. The Building Inspector performs a broad range of advanced inspections in one or more system areas (i.e., building, plumbing/mechanical/gas, electrical and structural). The Building Inspector also acts as a building ambassador for the city, communicating changes and challenges which must be corrected to ensure completion of building projects.

The ideal candidate has a standard high school or GED (required), and five (5) years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field. Preferably, the candidate holds a Building Inspector certification with the State of Florida or is provisionally certified. The candidate may also have building code inspection experience, or demonstrate a combination of post-secondary education in the field of construction or related field, and a degree in Building Construction, engineering, or a similar field. Prior construction experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Candidates must be able to work with varying project deadlines, must have exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and must be able to determine policy or strategy directions. Must meet the requirements of Section 468.609(c), Florida Statutes, and be able to possess a standard class certificate from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations “Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board” (e.g., One and two family dwelling inspector; electrical, plumbing or mechanical Inspector; commercial electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspector; building inspector, or combination inspector. Must have valid Florida Driver’s License. Ability to lift 50 pounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Vast knowledge in construction techniques and current state laws
Ability to deal with public and make professionally sound decisions.
Must be able to read and interpret plans, blueprints and specifications
Ability to effectively communicate decisions with citizens and building professionals
Work within construction areas using ladders, scaffolds and on partially constructed structures
Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Possess at a minimum a standard high school or GED. Prefer State of Florida Certification or Provisional Certification, and the possession of a degree in Building Construction, or related field
Five (5) years' experience in building construction, prior construction experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
Ability to possess a 1 & 2 family dwelling inspector by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, or be licensed in all fields including Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical inspector
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, developers and builders, engineering associations, contractors, and related groups
Strong computer and internet skills
Must have valid Florida Driver's License

Benefits

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to include MDLive, Life and Accident Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance. A list of all available benefits is as follows:

MDLive - Virtual Medical Care (provided by the City)
$50,000 of Life & $50,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
Dental Insurance (Florida Combined Life)
Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
Short-term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Options
Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO), 13 Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).