Building Code Inspector – Field Inspections & Permits

City of Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

City of Shreveport seeks an Inspector, Buildings to ensure residential and commercial construction complies with the City’s Comprehensive Building Code through inspection and information sharing. They will examine plans, permits, and specifications, perform on-site inspections, and direct corrective actions as needed.

The role requires five years in construction, knowledge of ICC codes, strong customer service, and a Louisiana driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate, GED, or the equivalent.
• A minimum of five (5) years' experience in the Construction field or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of the International Building and Residential Codes (knowledge may be acquired during Working Test Period)
• Customer service skills and the ability to gather and evaluate facts and a demeanour that generates confidence, respect and trust.
• Possess a valid Louisiana Driver's license and maintain a healthy driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; compare and/or judge observable characteristics of construction phases, structural conditions, and architectural designs.
• Basic computer skills such as reading and responding to email.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a stressful environment.
• Complete certification within one year or as extended; move to level 14 upon certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists architects and contractors by examining building plans during preparatory phase and making suggestions to conform to the Building Code and Zoning Ordinance.
• Examines applications for permits and accompanying plans, plats, blueprints and specifications.
• Conducts on-site inspections of new installations, alterations and repairs.
• Directs corrective actions to ensure conformity with Code or halts work as appropriate.
• Records results of inspections on specified forms.
• Investigates reports of unauthorized work and directs discontinuance pending formal application.
• Approves applications which conform within the Code after final inspection.
• Maintains applicable files and records.
• Communicates and compiles reports using basic computer programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading plans & specs

Customer service

Plan interpretation

Time management

Computer use (email)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Shreveport seeks an Inspector, Buildings to ensure residential and commercial construction complies with the City’s Comprehensive Building Code through inspection and information sharing. They will examine plans, permits, and specifications, perform on-site inspections, and direct corrective actions as needed.

The role requires five years in construction, knowledge of ICC codes, strong customer service, and a Louisiana driver’s license.