What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUILDING INSPECTOR I - TEMPORARY POSITION position at City of Monroe, NC?
The City of Monroe is a vibrant and progressive hub of retail, government, culture and industry in Union County. Monroe has a population of just under 40,000 residents and serves as the county seat. From the large Historic District complete with stately homes and a newly revitalized downtown, to its industrial core attracting businesses from across the globe, to the ever-growing retail marketplace, Monroe has something to offer to all. ~Where Heartland Meets High Tech.
The City of Monroe has a population of 36,392, and is the county seat of Union County. The historic Victorian Courthouse, built in 1886, sits magnificently atop a central square and draws attention from every direction. To the north lie County and City government buildings - to the south, quaint downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Several fountains and small park areas are part of the downtown landscape. A thriving Highway 74 Corridor is where most major restaurants, hotels, and shopping are found. The City of Monroe is also home to the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport.
The City of Monroe operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council sets policies and enacts ordinances, which are carried out under the City Manager's direction. The City Council is comprised of an elected Mayor and six council members. The City has approximately 500 Full-time and 200 Part-Time employees within the following department: Administration, Communications and Tourism, Downtown and Facilities Maintenance, Economic Development, Energy Services, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Information Technology, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Police Department, and Water Resources.
The City of Monroe provides full-time employees an excellent fringe benefit package including 401(k), medical and dental insurance, prescription drug card, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, sick leave, and many other group employee benefits. In addition: six (6) month successful probation with 5% increase in salary, Christmas bonus based on hire date, Performance Pay, Cost of Living Adjustments as approved by City Council, wellness incentives, fourteen (14) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK
Performs skilled technical work inspecting residential buildings for compliance with City ordinances and State building codes; does related work as required. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Chief Building Inspector.
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and hazards.
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
Inspecting building construction for compliance with building codes; maintaining records and files and preparing reports. Performs field inspections and reinspection of residential facilities for compliance with State building codes and City ordinances. Receives complaints in regard to defective construction and handles enforcement problems. Inspects existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures, or improper uses. Where construction is not being made in compliance with regulations as to methods and/or materials, issues warnings and stop-work order if necessary. Answers questions from private citizens, contractors, and builders. Participates in plan review meetings. Testifies in court on code violation cases. Makes reports and keeps records regarding inspections. Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
General knowledge of all types of building construction materials and methods, and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected; general knowledge of state building and related codes, laws and ordinances; ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials and hazards of fire and collapse; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints accurately and to compare them with construction in process; ability to contact building owners, contractors and the public and effect satisfactory working relationships; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; firmness and tact in enforcing ordinances and codes.
Education And Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and a minimum of less than two (2) years of experience in building, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical construction trade, engineering or architecture.
Special Requirements
Level I Probationary Certificates in Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and Building as required by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications Board or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Ability to obtain Level I Standard Certificates in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical as required by the North Carolina Officials Qualifications Board within two (2) years of employment.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Apply online at www.monroenc.org and select Employment Opportunities.
The City of Monroe is an EOE/AA/Drug Free Workplace Employer.
The City of Monroe offers comprehensive benefits to our employees for benefit eligible positions. Read more about our Culture and Benefits here.
The City of Monroe has a population of 36,392, and is the county seat of Union County. The historic Victorian Courthouse, built in 1886, sits magnificently atop a central square and draws attention from every direction. To the north lie County and City government buildings - to the south, quaint downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Several fountains and small park areas are part of the downtown landscape. A thriving Highway 74 Corridor is where most major restaurants, hotels, and shopping are found. The City of Monroe is also home to the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport.
The City of Monroe operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council sets policies and enacts ordinances, which are carried out under the City Manager's direction. The City Council is comprised of an elected Mayor and six council members. The City has approximately 500 Full-time and 200 Part-Time employees within the following department: Administration, Communications and Tourism, Downtown and Facilities Maintenance, Economic Development, Energy Services, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Information Technology, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Police Department, and Water Resources.
The City of Monroe provides full-time employees an excellent fringe benefit package including 401(k), medical and dental insurance, prescription drug card, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, sick leave, and many other group employee benefits. In addition: six (6) month successful probation with 5% increase in salary, Christmas bonus based on hire date, Performance Pay, Cost of Living Adjustments as approved by City Council, wellness incentives, fourteen (14) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK
Performs skilled technical work inspecting residential buildings for compliance with City ordinances and State building codes; does related work as required. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Chief Building Inspector.
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and hazards.
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
Inspecting building construction for compliance with building codes; maintaining records and files and preparing reports. Performs field inspections and reinspection of residential facilities for compliance with State building codes and City ordinances. Receives complaints in regard to defective construction and handles enforcement problems. Inspects existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures, or improper uses. Where construction is not being made in compliance with regulations as to methods and/or materials, issues warnings and stop-work order if necessary. Answers questions from private citizens, contractors, and builders. Participates in plan review meetings. Testifies in court on code violation cases. Makes reports and keeps records regarding inspections. Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
General knowledge of all types of building construction materials and methods, and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected; general knowledge of state building and related codes, laws and ordinances; ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials and hazards of fire and collapse; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints accurately and to compare them with construction in process; ability to contact building owners, contractors and the public and effect satisfactory working relationships; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; firmness and tact in enforcing ordinances and codes.
Education And Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and a minimum of less than two (2) years of experience in building, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical construction trade, engineering or architecture.
Special Requirements
Level I Probationary Certificates in Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and Building as required by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications Board or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Ability to obtain Level I Standard Certificates in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical as required by the North Carolina Officials Qualifications Board within two (2) years of employment.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Apply online at www.monroenc.org and select Employment Opportunities.
The City of Monroe is an EOE/AA/Drug Free Workplace Employer.
The City of Monroe offers comprehensive benefits to our employees for benefit eligible positions. Read more about our Culture and Benefits here.
