Building Code Inspector - Field & Plan Reviews

Leon County Government; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Leon County Government in Tallahassee seeks a Building Inspector to enforce Florida Building Codes and county ordinances through residential and commercial inspections. You will verify code compliance, assist contractors and the public with interpretations, and record findings in the permit tracking system.

The role requires thorough knowledge of building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, accessibility and swimming pool codes, plus ability to read blueprints and apply wind and flood

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience as required by Chapter 468 FL Statute in one of the following disciplines: building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, or a one- and two-family dwelling inspector.
• Must possess a valid Class "E" State of Florida Driver's License and have a favorable driving record at the time of employment.
• Must qualify for a Provisional DBPR Inspector Certification. Continuation of employment with the County as a Building Inspector shall be based on the conversion of Provisional certificate to a Standard Building Inspector for one of the following: plumbing, electrical, or mechanical disciplines, consistent with the criteria and provisions outlined in Florida Statutes and as implemented by the board.
• All Leon County employees (regular full-time and part-time, OPS, and PRN) are required to work before, during and after a Declared Local State of Emergency (DLSOE). Participation is considered a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects residential and commercial structures for Building Code Compliance, State DMV manufactured home set-up requirements, Leon County ordinances and Accessibility requirements.
• Records all inspections using the current permit tracking system.
• Performs follow-up inspections and may assess re-inspection fees.
• Inspects the structural framing, window and door framing, wall bracing, engineered wind analysis and fire blocking/draft stopping for compliance with the approved plans.

Job description

Leon County Government in Tallahassee seeks a Building Inspector to enforce Florida Building Codes and county ordinances through residential and commercial inspections. You will verify code compliance, assist contractors and the public with interpretations, and record findings in the permit tracking system.

The role requires thorough knowledge of building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, accessibility and swimming pool codes, plus ability to read blueprints and apply wind and flood