Building Inspector I - Electrical - GMCD

Collier County Realty Corp; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Collier County BCC is seeking a Building Inspector to enforce building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes during inspections of new construction and remodeling projects.

The role includes reviewing plans on site, verifying permit details, issuing citations for noncompliance, and advising property owners and builders on code requirements. This full-time position is based in Naples, FL with county benefits. Strong communication with architects and contractors is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years combined experience in construction or building code inspection.
• 3 years combined postsecondary education in construction or related field.
• Fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with codes.
• Reviews approved construction plans on site for code compliance.
• Enforces building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes.
• Travels to construction sites to perform field inspections.
• Confers with architects, contractors, and property owners to explain regulations.
• Issues citations for noncompliance and suspends work as needed.
• Prepares for and testifies in courtroom hearings as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Postsecondary education in construction/related field

Job description

Job Summary

Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.

Job Summary

Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

Inspects new construction, remodeling projects, and existing structures including properties for compliance with governing codes or ordinances; to approve completed work; to document building code compliance violations; and advising builders and property owners on code and permit requirements.

Essential Functions

• Conducts inspections of building construction, erection, repair, addition, or alteration projects that require permitting indicating compliance with building, plumbing, mechanical, electric, gas, fire prevention, energy, accessibility, and other construction codes as required by state law or County ordinances.
• Reviews approved construction plans on site while conducting inspections for compliance with various codes and County ordinances pertaining to building construction and component systems, including building, plumbing, gas, irrigation, mechanical and electrical systems; reads and understands blueprints and technical drawings.
• Verifies permit scope, subcontractor licensing, and addressing and site information for compliance with approved permit application.
• Enforces all applicable provisions of the standard building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes as adopted and amended by local ordinances.
• Travels to construction site locations; performs field inspections of new or existing buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes; inspects foundations, concrete, framing, plastering, and a large variety of other complex and routine structural building elements; examines grade, quality and treatment of lumber, steel, roofing material, electrical system and components, plumbing fixtures, mechanical and gas systems, and related building elements to secure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; and reviews quality of installation and workmanship of various components and systems to ensure proper installation and function.
• Confers with architects, contractors, builders, property owners, and the public to explain and interpret code provisions and local building regulations and requirements.
• Provides direction when deficiencies or violations are discovered; issues citations for noncompliance with appropriate codes; and suspends construction as necessary.
• Performs field reviews of building plans and specifications for compliance with the respective code.
• Enters results of inspection in related systems; maintains notes for future reference.
• Conducts follow-up inspections as necessary to ensure conformance.
• Makes recommendations for issuance of certificates of occupancy.
• Observes job site safety of projects on County property; ensures proper hazard signage to limit danger of injury to construction personnel, the public, the neighbors, site visitors, and other inspectors.
• Prepares for, attend, and testifies in courtroom hearings and judicial proceedings as required.
• Responds to questions, complaints and requests for information/assistance from the public, builders, property owners, contractors, developers, engineers, architects, tradespersons, project personnel, outside agencies, employees, supervisors or other individuals and/or divisions.
• Maintains current field and code manuals, policy and procedures, employee handbooks, various maps and related material for reference and/or review.

Additional Functions

• Contact contractors and owners regarding inspection matters; contacts supervisors and other inspectors for clarification on inspection matters.
• Operates an assigned motor vehicle; maintains cleanliness of and fuels vehicle; checks tire inflation and fluid levels; and requests or schedules service and/or repairs as needed; maintains electronic devices per County guidelines.
• Produces and maintains related records.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Building Inspector requirements per Fla. Stat. 468.609:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four (4) years combined experience in the field of construction, building code inspection or plans review corresponding of the certification category sought or
• Three (3) years combined postsecondary education in the field of construction, building experience with one (1) year experience working in construction, building code inspection or plans review or
• Three (3) years combined technical education in the field of construction experience with one (1) year experience working in construction, building code inspection or plans review.
• Fingerprinting required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Must obtain a Provisional Certification as an Inspector from the Building Codes Administrators & Inspectors Board within 120 days of date of hire for assigned trade(s).
• Must obtain a Standard License within two (2) years from the issuance of the Provisional Certification.
• Must maintain State continuing education as required by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation upon receiving license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805.

Supplemental information

• Salary offers above the minimum of the pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the County’s Administrative Office will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
• This job posting is not intended to be all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position.

Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time employees.