Building Inspector

Gfoat; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a responsible Building Inspector to review building plans, pass or fail permits during inspections, schedule inspections, and coordinate with City departments to ensure building codes are met.

This non-supervisory role involves inspecting construction in progress or on final inspection, maintaining records and preparing reports, and applying knowledge of building trades, safety standards, and local regulations to ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant trade experience
• Experience or training in building inspection and code enforcement
• Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, specs
• Knowledge of safety standards and construction practices

Responsibilities

• Pass or fail building permits on inspections.
• Schedule inspections and coordinate with City departments.
• Inspect construction in progress or on final inspections for code compliance.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on inspected projects.

Skills

Plan interpretation

Blueprint reading

Inspection techniques

Problem solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma

Two years in building/electrical trade

Tools

GFCI Tester

Plumber level

Ladder

Job description

Compensation - $25.20/hr

Position open until filled.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This is a very responsible non-supervisory position requiring independent judgement. Duties include passing or failing building permits on inspection, examining plans, scheduling inspections, coordinating with other City departments, and inspecting construction in progress or on final inspection to ensure that building codes are being met. Performs inspections to ensure quality of work and materials used in a variety of projects within the city limits, including construction, repair, maintenance or alteration. Maintains records and prepares reports on projects inspected and conducts research on adopted codes and best practices used by peer cities. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility, including inspection, testing, problem-solving, and answering and interpreting code-related questions.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to learn specific city zoning, subdivision requirements, and specific city building code requirements
• Knowledge of accepted safety standards and methods of construction activities
• Knowledge of City, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and TDLR (Texas Department of Labor Regulations) requirements
• Knowledge of potential or recurring defects and faults in construction
• Knowledge of basic mathematics as applied to construction inspection work
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
• Skills in or knowledge of all aspects of the building trades
• Skilled in making observations
• Skilled in operating assigned equipment
• Skilled in prioritizing
• Skilled in using good judgment
• Skilled in reading and understanding construction plans
• Skilled in problem solving
• Skilled in time management
• Ability to detect potential safety hazards upon visual inspection of buildings
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans and specifications
• Ability to apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations and approved construction practices
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of internal and external customers
• Bilingual is desirable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent and at least two years' experience in a building or electrical trade or its equivalent; OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must have sufficient technical training to conduct code enforcement inspections; and

Sufficient technical knowledge to conduct inspections of building construction, plumbing, electrical systems, framing, foundation, and heating and air conditioning systems, including any necessary licenses or certificates

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A valid Class C Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

Must obtain ICC residential plumbing and electrical certification within six (6) months

ICC Residential Building Inspector six (6) months

Must obtain ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector within nine (9) months

Must obtain a State of Texas Plumbing Inspector License within one (1) year

Must obtain a Commercial Energy Inspector within eighteen (18) months

Must obtain a Residential Energy Code Inspector/Plans Examiner certification within eighteen (18) months

Preference may be given to candidates that hold one or more ICC certifications in a building code discipline.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND SAFETY HAZARDS

Primarily in an outdoor environment with the ability to operate indoors when needed. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold while outdoors during summer and winter months.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Standard office equipment including multi-line telephone, tablet, smart phone, laptop or desktop computer, fax machine, copier, scanner, shredder, printer, GFCI Tester, 6’ ladder, Plumber Level, etc.