Building Inspector 1, 2 or 3.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of para-professional and technical duties as needed to assure compliance with county, state and/or federal uniform building codes and ordinances. Performs inspections on residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

Building Inspector Limited: Entry Level

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Close general supervision by the Building Official and Inspector III

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Visits building sites or existing buildings to perform inspections including zoning, yard location, footing, foundation, frame, wiring, plumbing, and heating to assure compliance to building codes and ordinances as certifications allow;

• Interprets regulations and codes to builder and property owners to assist them in altering construction plans to meet established standards;

• Investigates alleged code violations and determines whether a violation exists and notifies all involved parties;

• Serves correction notices and stop work notices as needed;

• Ensures compliance with the law and observance of safety regulations;

• Prepares certification of the inspection;

• Receives correct interpretation and passes the same onto the public as the occasion arises;

• Determines building permit fees following established procedures for building type and size;

• Discusses and explains ordinances and codes to concerned homeowners and contractors;

• Assumes authority and responsibility for plan corrections as to conformance to county ordinances and codes;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and Experience:

Building Inspector Limited: Graduation from high school or equivalent, plus, two (2) years of training in commercial, residential or industrial building methods and practices provided through technical college, professional workshops or university studies or two (2) years of responsible experience performing above or related duties or in being directly involved in the building trades

*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for all levels.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Construction methods and materials common to commercial, industrial and residential construction projects;

• Legal system and procedures for initiating sanctions for code violations;

• Basic engineering standards and codes;

• Procedures and processes used in the establishment of codes and ordinances;

• Political, legal and governmental processes affecting various building programs and project management;

• Safety, fire, uniform abatement of dangerous buildings, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and energy conservation codes;

• Modern construction methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment;

• Basic drafting techniques, blue prints and related specifications;

• Interpersonal communication skills.

Skill

• In the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.

Ability to

• Enforce regulations with fairness, tact, and impartiality;

• Analyze permanent structures to determine conformity of established codes;

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;

• Read and interpret plans and specifications;

• Visualize completed projects in planning stages and estimate the end results;

• Estimate quantity of materials accurately;

• Perform advanced mathematical calculations;

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, subordinates, and the public.

• Special Qualifications:

Building Inspector Limited: Must be an I.C.C. or State of Utah Certified Inspector in 2 areas of residential or commercial inspection, (building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical) within six months of hire.

• Must maintain continuing education related to applicable licenses.

• Must possess a valid Utah Driver’s license.

• Work Environment:

• Tasks require a variety of physical activities not generally involving muscular strain.

• Physical activity and demands are frequently related to walking, standing, stooping, climbing, sitting, and reaching.

• Occasional lifting generally not to exceed 35 pounds.

• Talking, hearing and seeing or other effective communication is essential to job performance.

• Mental application utilizes memory for details, emotional stability and discriminating thinking common to most job functions.

• Frequent travel required in course of performing portions of job functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.81 - $25.60 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Construction site
• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26