Building Inspector

Scott County (IA); Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building Inspector role with Scott County focuses on safety through inspections of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems in commercial, industrial, and residential projects. You will review plans, perform field inspections, enforce codes, and document findings for records.

Ideal candidates hold ICC Building Inspector certification or be willing to obtain it within a year, plus Iowa Electrical and/or Mechanical Inspector credentials and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, plus five years of building trade or inspection experience.
• ICC Building Inspector certification or obtain within one year of employment.
• Iowa State Electrical Inspector and/or Mechanical Inspector certification or obtain within one year.
• Must possess a valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building inspections.
• Inspects new, remodeled and repaired commercial, industrial and residential buildings and reviews plans.
• Investigates and resolves complaints, including zoning; submits inspection reports.
• Answers questions concerning building code requirements; attends required training to maintain certifications.
• Demonstrates Scott County PRIDE in actions; performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Verbal & written communication

Cooperative relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ICC Building Inspector certification

Iowa Electrical Inspector certification

Iowa Mechanical Inspector certification

Driver's license

Job description

Under general supervision, the Building Inspector conducts building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections to promote the safety of Scott County citizens and visitors. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building inspections.
• Makes field inspections of new, remodeled and repaired commercial, industrial and residential buildings: enforces code and ordinance provisions; checks survey stakes to see if excavation is in the proper place; inspects structural work for conformity with submitted plans; approves condition of buildings before they are moved; makes final inspections prior to use. Performs building plans review.
• Investigates and resolves complaints, including zoning; submits inspection reports for office records.
• May perform various duties in the building inspection office: makes telephone contacts with contractor or owners; answers questions concerning building code requirements.
• Attends required training to maintain certifications.
• Demonstrates the ability to exemplify, by his/her actions, the County PRIDE philosophy.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND five (5) years of experience in a building trade or inspections; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in plumbing, electrical, mechanical and building trades.
• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Scott County adopted zoning ordinances.
• Scott County roads and geography.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.

Skill in:

• Reading and interpreting plans specifications and blueprints of ordinary complexity and to compare them with construction in process. Performing thorough inspections and identifying code violations.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with contractors, property owners, government officials, and the general public.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

License and Certification Requirements

• Must be a certified International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector (or obtain such certification within one (1) year of employment).
• Must be an Iowa State certified Electrical Inspector and/or certified Mechanical Inspector (or obtain such certification within one (1) year of employment).
• Must possess a valid Driver's license.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office environment and in the field at various construction sites. While in the field, may be exposed to dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm from construction sites or unsafe building conditions, and hazardous chemicals. May be required to climb ladders, work in tight spaces, climb stairs, and traverse uneven surfaces.