What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector/Plans Examiner position at Village of Tequesta?

Job Description

Salary : $68,721 - $103,083 DOQ

The Village is currently accepting applications for a Building Inspector / Plans Examiner to carry out technical plan reviews and field inspection ofnew construction and remodeling projects at residential and non-residential properties, ensuring compliance with Florida Building Codes, Referenced National Standards, and Village Ordinances;Performs duties of Code Enforcement Officer providing enforcement of the Village Ordinances.

Please review our competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, pension and group life insurance at www.tequesta.org / 94 / Human -Resources .

Deadline : Open Until filled.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Position Reports to : Building Director / Building Official

Positions Supervised : none

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs on-site inspections of residential and commercial buildings, including remodeling / construction work, premises, and building systems; footings, foundations, framing, swimming pools, trusses, insulation, drywall, etc.; inspects construction methods and material.
Enforces compliance with the Florida Building Code, pertaining to building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire prevention, life / safety, energy, handicapped accessibility codes, and other applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.
Performs technical plan review of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems of residential and commercial buildings; reviews construction methods and material
Verifies proper permitting of construction work and contractor licensure; determines if work is being performed by properly licensed individuals who possess valid permits
Maintains records of building inspection activity and plans review comments; completes related reports, accesses and enters data into computers and / or handheld tablet in field,
Performs duties as a Code Enforcement Officer conducting investigative, technical, and administrative work in the enforcement of the Village Ordinances; inspects existing buildings for improper use.
Investigates and responds to complaints to determine if a code violation exists and issues notice of required action to abate the violation; attends hearings of the Special Magistrate.
Provides information and technical assistance to citizens and provides technical expertise to other employees
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual to perform the essential functions of this position.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs general office tasks which may include answering telephone calls, typing data into computer and copying documents

Perform other related duties and assumes other responsibilities as necessary or as delegated.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education, Experience, Licensing & Certification

High School Diploma or GED

College degree; technical certificate; or technical instruction in building technology inspections or plan review

Minimum five years of experience in construction, construction management, mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building construction preferred

State of Florida Standard Inspector License, or ability to attain within one (1) year

State of Florida Standard Plan Examiner License, or ability to attain within one (1) year

State of Florida Certified Fire Inspector, or ability to attain within one (1) year preferred

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of the Florida Building Code, referenced Standards, and general construction

Ability to interpret maps, plans, engineering drawings and architectural renderings

Knowledge of Microsoft software with ability to enter inspection and plan review data

Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, developers, owners, architects, engineers, supervisors, employees, elected officials

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Works in office environment with frequent need to work in outside weather conditionsThe employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Salary : $68,721 - $103,083

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