Building Inspector II

Elko County, NV; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elko County is seeking a mid-level Building Inspector to inspect and enforce a broad set of building codes, including IBC/IRC/NEC, under the supervision of the Building Official. The role involves plan review, permitting, and field inspections for residential and light commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has ICC certifications, several years of inspection experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with a public or private entity conducting building inspections; and minimum of 4 years of progressive building-related construction experience OR 1 year of technical/vocational training in the International Uniform Codes or equivalent.
• Experience with plan review for residential and light commercial projects; knowledge of IBC, IRC, NEC and local codes.

Responsibilities

• Write correction notices for deficiencies in construction jobs.
• Make building inspections for compliance with all International, Uniform and National Building Codes.
• Write permit applications for all types of building construction.
• Determine cost evaluations for building permits.
• Analyze submitted plans for building construction type and occupancy group.
• Determine setbacks from property lines per County Planning Commission criteria.
• Issue Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing permits.
• Communicate with permit applicants on code requirements for design.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

ICC: Residential Building Inspector

ICC: Commercial Building Inspector

ICC: Residential Electrical Inspector

ICC/IAPMO: Residential Mechanical Inspector

ICC/IAPMO: Residential Plumbing Inspector & Plans Examiner

Job description

The building inspector will perform all work associated with the inspection of buildings for compliance with all International, Uniform, and National Building Codes adopted by the Board of County Commissioners. Hereafter referred to as “building codes”.

This is a mid-level experienced position for the Building Inspector class. Assignments are performed under the general supervision of the Building Official or may be at the direction of a higher-level inspector.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Write correction notices for deficiencies in construction jobs as needed.
• Make building inspections for compliance with all International, Uniform and National Building Codes.
• Write permit applications for all types of building construction.
• Determine cost evaluations for building permits.
• Analyze submitted plans for type of building construction and occupancy group.
• Determine building setbacks from property line by criteria established by County Planning Commission.
• Determine if different types of occupancies are consistent and comply with different zoning requirements for different zones.
• Issuance of Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing permits.
• Communicate with permit applicants on requirements of codes for design of their construction.
• Review plans with architects for compliance of code adopted by the County.
• Write letters to contractors, homeowners, architects and engineers concerning questions regarding building codes.
• Research alternate methods of construction approved by I.C.C. for different construction methods than specified as minimum in code books.
• Complies with all Elko County policies and department procedures.
• Accurately, dependably, and promptly finishes assignments.
• Keeps supervisor informed of work status and pertinent issues.
• Willing to assume responsibility.
• Communicates tactfully and skillfully, both orally and in writing, with co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Perform professionally and efficiently under pressure.
• Looks for new and different assignments.
• Maintains business confidence.
• Listens carefully and effectively, and responds appropriately.

• Valid Nevada driver’s license
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with a public or private entity conducting building inspects; and minimum of 4 years of progressive building-related construction experience OR a minimum of 1 year of technical/vocational training in the International Uniform Codes or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Commercial Building Inspector from the International Code Council (ICC)
• Residential Building Inspector from ICC
• Residential Electrical Inspector from ICC
• Residential Mechanical Inspector from ICC or IAPMO (International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials)
• Residential Plumbing Inspector from ICC or IAPMO; Residential Plans Examiner.

An employee in this position must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:

Knowledge

• Standard Building codes adopted by Elko County (ex. I.B.C., I.R.C., U.M.C., U.P.C., and the N.E.C.)
• Proper construction procedures, methods, and practices.
• Basic enforcement principles regarding building and zoning code violations.
• Proper safety procedures for working in construction sites and around equipment.
• Basic zoning procedures and codes.
• Pertinent Federal and State codes, regulations, and laws regarding buildings and construction.

Skills

• Demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills especially in dealing with the public.
• Managing time effectively.

Abilities

• Work with and communicate technical information to the public.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain basic building plans, blueprints, specifications, and building codes.
• Organize time and coordinate with the public and contractors to perform work efficiently.
• Attend training and apply the knowledge obtained to practice.
• Interpret and apply knowledge of the building codes regulating construction.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors, County employees, other government employees, and community groups.

• Operate a personal computer.
• Perform residential and light commercial plan review for approval.
• Ability to complete the following building inspections for the classification of Building Inspector IO:

1. Basic single and multi-family residential inspection
2. Electrical services for different type applications
3. Foundation systems for Manufactured Home single-family residential
4. Foundations and footings
5. Decks and patio covers
6. Accessory structures
7. Custom single family residential and multi-family residential.
8. Light Commercial.
9. Light Industrial

An employee in this position must meet the following physical requirements upon application:

• Crawl around in a confined space (e.g., crawlspaces)
• Climb ladders up to 30’
• Pull/lift yourself up/out of areas
• Ability to drive a vehicle to inspection sites, sometimes in inclement weather and long distances.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting. Outdoor work is required in inspections of various land use developments and construction sites.
• Frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands to feel or operate objects, controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand or walk.
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 35lbs and infrequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to heat and cold, wet and or humid conditions or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate in the field.