Building Inspector I

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible; additional compensation to include annual work boot allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; full-benefits
 
This position involves independent on-site technical inspection of residential and non-residential building installations approvals as required by State and County regulations and requirements.   Supervision is received from the Chief Building Inspector or designee.  

NOTE: An employee of the Department of Permits and Inspections may not (1) hold an active Appraisers, Appraisal Management, Home Inspector, Electrical, Elevator Safety, HVACR, Home Improvement, Plumbing, or other contractor related license issued by the Maryland Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing’s office; (2) hold an active Home Builder license issued by the Maryland Home Builder Registration Unit, Maryland Attorney General’s Office; (3) have any interest, directly or indirectly, with a business corporation that does business in Frederick County. 

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.  For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members.  If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
 Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
• Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• Inspect building installations during construction and examine completed installations for use of proper materials and procedures
• Participates in the residential inspection of building, plumbing, electrical and other possible trades
• Perform building plan reviews on commercial projects and other structures
• Maintain records of inspections within electronic computer system
• Check plans and specifications for building installations
• Confer with the Chief Building Inspector on difficult enforcement problems
• Respond to electronic, telephone and in-person inquiries regarding building code requirements and other departmental issues
• Drive a County vehicle to various sites throughout the County to inspect building installations during construction and upon completion to assure the use of proper materials and procedures (this will require the Inspector to tour the sites on foot, climb ladders and stairs, work from scaffolds, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain forms and reports related to inspections performed
• Access the permits tracking system and other automated data sources to research, review and verify information
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
 

• High school graduation, or the equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of work experience on a variety of building installations
• Possession of the following certifications or the ability to obtain the following certifications within six (6) months:
  • ICC Residential Building Inspector – B1 
  • ICC Commercial Building Inspector – B2 
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

 KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices involved in installing, repairing and maintaining a variety of building installations
• Working knowledge of the International Building Code
• Ability to effectively understand and interpret building plans and specifications
• Ability to determine any violations of applicable codes and ordinances; to evaluate corrective actions and to approve work in terms of the International Building Code
• Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, co-workers, and the general public
• Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills

 PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Work experience as a building inspector

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• While working in this position, the employee is constantly driving; frequently sitting, walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching and performing repetitive motions; occasionally climbing; and rarely crawling, lifting up to 20 pounds; and pushing and pulling up to 40 pounds
• While working in this position, the employee is frequently working indoors and outdoors, walking on uneven ground, working in dusty and noisy environments; occasionally working in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees and working near machinery; and rarely working in confined spaces, at heights and below ground level, works near chemicals or fumes, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment

• Available for varied working hours as needed
• This position is subject to random drug testing
• Ability to maintain all required certifications during tenure of employment
• An employee of the Department of Permits and Inspections may not (1) hold an active Appraisers, Appraisal Management, Home Inspector, Electrical, Elevator Safety, HVACR, Home Improvement, Plumbing, or other contractor related license issued by the Maryland Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing’s office; (2) hold an active Home Builder license issued by the Maryland Home Builder Registration Unit, Maryland Attorney General’s Office; (3) have any interest, directly or indirectly, with a business corporation that does business in Frederick County. 

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) A written examination
3) One or more interviews
4) A pre-employment drug test

Salary : $28 - $44