Building Inspector

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greenville is seeking a skilled Building Inspector to ensure compliance with state and local building codes. The role involves inspecting construction, reviewing plans, and conferring with contractors and property owners. Candidates should have relevant experience and certifications in building inspection.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of building inspection experience or 5 years in construction.
• Level II or III certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examines plans for compliance with various codes.
• Inspects building construction for code conformance.
• Issues building permits and maintains inspection records.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of Building Codes

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in a related construction field

Job description

The City of Greenville's Planning & Development Department has a great opportunity for a Building Inspector! Under general supervision, performs skilled technical work in securing compliance with State Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, and other related codes and local ordinances.
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-ExemptHiring Salary Range: $56,201.60 - $83,595.20/annually
This is a continuous posting and may close at any time.

• Examines plans or specificationsofbuildings for compliance with Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy, and Electrical Codes;
• Reviews plans and specifications to verify compliance with ordinances and localregulations;
• Inspects building construction to determine proper conformance with building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical codes, and perform energy inspections;
• Confers with contractors, property owners, architects, developers, and other interested parties in explaining and interpreting building codes and related regulations;
• Assists in the preparation of court cases and testifies as needed;
• Participates in the issuance of building permits;
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary inspection reports;
• Conducts necessary inspections for the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy; and
• Performs other related work as required.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, supplemented by courses in building construction (an associate's degree in a related construction field is preferred); and
• A minimum of 2 years of building inspection experience

OR

• High school diploma or GED, supplemented by courses in building construction (an associate's degree in a related construction field is preferred); and
• A minimum of 5 years experience in the construction industry

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• all types of construction material and methods, and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected.
• Local and state building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes and related laws and ordinances.

Ability to:

• detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse.
• read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints of ordinary complexity and compare them with construction in progress.
• communicate effectively with building owners, contractors, and the public.
• enforce building codes.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, City officials, and the general public.
• operate assigned office equipment.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Building Inspector I: Level I Standard Certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing (preferred) or Level II Probationary Certifications or higher in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing
• Building Inspector II: Level II Standard Certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing (preferred) or Level III Probationary Certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing
• Building Inspector III: Level III Standard Certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing
• Level III standard certifications required in building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical within 3 years of hire, or as determined by the Chief Building Inspector.