Building Inspector: Enforce Codes, Inspect & Impact

Campbell County; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

VRS retirement

Job summary

Campbell County Department of Community Development is seeking a Building Inspector in Rustburg, VA. This full-time position offers a salary range of $48,000–$52,000 annually, plus full benefits and VRS retirement.

You will enforce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, review plans for code compliance, perform inspections of new and existing structures, issue permits, assist the public, and prepare cases for court when needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and related construction training.
• Three years of experience in at least one building trade or construction-related field.
• Complete the core module training and be certified as an Inspector in at least one trade area within 18 months.
• Continue training in trades and specialty areas as directed by the Building Official and Department Head.
• Desired: Experience as a Combination Inspector, zoning official, erosion and sediment control inspector with state certifications.

Responsibilities

• Enforces the provisions of building and inspection codes as provided in the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and local ordinances.
• Comprehends, interprets, and enforces state and local building codes, zoning and subdivision ordinances; erosion and sediment control ordinances.
• Visually reviews plans for all types of structures to ensure compliance with the various building codes.
• Independently inspects new and/or existing or additions/alterations to existing structures and keeps records of all inspections.
• Assists the public calling or visiting the office, provides permit application information and issues permits.
• Works with utility service companies to provide service to inspected structures which meet applicable code requirements.
• Possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities to operate computer system.
• Prepares and presents cases in court for violation of applicable codes.
• Responsible for the maintenance, care and cleanliness of all vehicles assigned to you.

Skills

Building codes

Plan review

Inspections

Public interaction

Court proceedings

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction-related training

Tools

County Code Book

Computer systems

Job description

Campbell County Department of Community Development is seeking a Building Inspector in Rustburg, VA. This full-time position offers a salary range of $48,000–$52,000 annually, plus full benefits and VRS retirement.

You will enforce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, review plans for code compliance, perform inspections of new and existing structures, issue permits, assist the public, and prepare cases for court when needed.