Building Inspector

Job Description

Performs inspections on new and existing residential structures to ensure compliance with applicable code and zoning ordinances.

Responsibilities

• Inspects units for air conditioning, heating, plumbing, insulation, ventilation, safety, structural or other components to ensure conformance to code and zoning ordinances.
• Records and reports discrepancies or code violations; notifies owners, contractors and/or construction workers; issues stop orders for serious violations; conducts final inspections to ensure compliance.
• Completes required paperwork and maintains records.
• Installs devices and equipment and maintains inventory.
• Receives and investigates complaints regarding code violations and zoning ordinances; answers general inquiries, and provides information or referrals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

Education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in industrial arts, business, or in a job related field of study. One (1) year of work related experience.

Special Requirements

• Knowledge of standard software applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public.
• Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with a good driving record.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Ability to travel to various work site locations.
• Ability to withstand prolonged sitting, standing, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, stretching, lifting and climbing ladders.
• Must be able to work in varying conditions, surroundings and weather conditions.

Key skills/competency

• Code compliance
• Zoning ordinances
• Structural inspection
• Safety standards
• Report generation
• Field investigation
• Record keeping
• Public communication
• Construction oversight
• Regulatory enforcement