Job Opportunity | Building Inspector I | Franklin County MO

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Building Inspector I

Full-time

Government Center, Union, MO, US

Please apply online at: https://www.franklinmo.org/human-resources

NATURE OF WORK

Under basic supervision, conducts inspections of residential and non-residential buildings, mobile homes, and on-site wastewater to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, plans, and specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

 

  • Inspects residential buildings and structures built or altered, to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
  • Reviews plans and specifications to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection.
  • Performs field inspections to examine and evaluate the building, mechanical and plumbing work performed, and materials used; verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used, and compliance with plans,           specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations.
  • Identifies, documents, and communicates deficiencies and deviations from plans; refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to supervisor.
  • Monitors projects for compliance with code requirements and approved construction plans and materials; maintains communications with builders and homeowners on residential inspection projects.
  • Maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation, and project files.
  • Provides customer service; answers questions and concerns related to building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and safety codes, requirements, permits and procedures.
  • Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

Work is performed in the field and a standard office environment; work involves exposure to variable weather conditions, uneven terrain, general construction hazards, and confined spaces; subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing ladders, and lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.

 

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND five (5) years of construction related experience.

Depending on area of assignment, a valid Driver’s License, Notary Public License, and/or other specialized certifications may be required.

Must possess one or more of the following International Code Council certifications for one (1) and two (2) family dwellings: Residential Building Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Electrical Inspector, or have the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Knowledge of:

  • County policies and procedures.
  • Federal, state and local building, housing and safety codes and regulations.
  • Methods and techniques of inspecting buildings, structures and facilities.
  • Regulations and standards governing building inspection activities.
  • Construction principles, practices, materials, and methods.
  • Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
  • Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.

 

Skills in:

  • Applying technical knowledge of building trades work, and using sound inspection methods to determine workmanship and materials quality, and detect deviations from building and safety codes.
  • Interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations.
  • Interpreting building, plumbing and mechanical regulations, and comparing them with engineering drawings, plans, maps and specifications.
  • Identifying construction deficiencies, code violations, and deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND SCREEN REQUIRED