Building Inspector

Gfoat; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat seeks a Building Inspector in Lake Jackson, Texas. The role involves conducting inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations for new constructions and existing properties.

Responsibilities include inspecting buildings during all construction phases, preparing reports, and reviewing plans for compliance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction trades, effective communication skills, and knowledge of relevant codes. Required qualifications include a Texas Class C driver’s license and various certifications.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in construction trades or three years’ experience in inspections.
• Knowledge of International Building Codes, National Electrical Code, and City zoning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and sites for compliance with building codes.
• Prepare inspection reports and note violations.
• Review plans and documentation for compliance.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Computer proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION

The Building Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections to ensure that new construction and existing properties are in compliance with the applicable codes and ordinances. Under general supervision, the Building Inspector works independently to inspect all building and site construction of industrial, commercial, multifamily, and single-family buildings and remodel work. Ensures compliance with approved plans, laws, codes, and regulations, monitoring minimum standards for fire and life/safety codes, structural integrity, and public welfare.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspects buildings and sites during all phases of construction for compliance with the adopted building codes, city ordinances, and approved plans. Prepare inspection reports, note violations, reviews construction plans, and communicates issues of interest or concern.
2. Interacts with the public and explains building code and ordinance requirements.
3. Reviews residential and commercial plans and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
4. Interprets city, state, and federal code and construction standards to verify construction meets said standards.
5. Maintains computer logs of inspection reports, entering inspection results into permitting software. Scans and archives reports and documentation.
6. Performs daily inspections of assigned vehicle to the prescribed form and determining if service is necessary.
7. The incumbent is expected to perform as an emergency worker in the event of a disaster.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

TYPICAL DECISIONS

The incumbent determines if new or existing properties under construction are in compliance with the applicable codes and ordinances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge: Position requires a working knowledge of the International Building Codes, National Electrical Code, and City zoning regulations and ordinances.

Skills: Position requires effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to use a computer terminal and peripheral equipment, and superior customer service.

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: Five years’ experience in construction trades, or three years’ experience in conducting inspections of construction trades, or equivalent coursework in related discipline.

NOTE: Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certificates: Texas Class C driver’s license; Texas State Plumbing Inspector License (or obtainment within two years of appointment); ICC Certifications in Building, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspections (or obtainment within one year of appointment). Electrical trade experience preferred.