BUILDING INSPECTOR - STRUCTURAL

City of Miramar; Miramar (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Miramar seeks a Structural Inspector to ensure compliance with building, safety, and energy codes. The position involves conducting inspections, preparing reports, and communicating with stakeholders to maintain safety and regulatory standards. Candidates must meet specific qualifications related to structural experience or licensing.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be eligible for appointment as Structural Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough structural inspections ensuring compliance with building codes.
• Prepares inspection reports and correction recommendations.
• Communicates with contractors, architects, and the public regarding code compliance.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Ability to adapt to an evolving environment

Courteous and helpful demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vehicle

Computer

Job description

This position inspects buildings to ensure compliance with applicable national, state, and county building, safety, and energy codes. Reports to the Chief Structural Inspector.

• Reads building plans and specifications to compare with actual construction.
• Performs thorough structural inspections to ensure compliance with Florida Building Codes, safety and energy codes, Broward County Rules, and other requirements.
• Prepares inspection reports, including correction recommendations.
• Receives and responds to inquiries from homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc., regarding codes and compliance procedures.
• Performs general administrative/office work as required, including attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with supervisors, co-workers, other City department personnel, property owners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, trade workers, County personnel, the general public, etc.
• Provides excellent customer service by clearly and politely explaining code requirements to applicants and the public.
• Operates a vehicle and various equipment, including a computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, telephone, small hand tools, etc.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid state driver’s license

Special Requirements:

Per Broward County Administrative Code 104.16.3, to be eligible for appointment as Structural Inspector, a person shall meet at least one of the following:

• Be a Florida Registered Architect or a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer with two years of HVHZ experience or by-passing BORA’s HVHZ exam.
• Be a certified Standard Inspector in the Structural discipline with two years of HVHZ experience or by-passing BORA’s HVHZ exam. An individual qualifying through this path shall be required to acquire a General Contractor (GC) license, by exam, within one year of initial certification as an inspector if such person doesn’t have the GC license.
• Be a licensed General Contractor (GC) with at least five years of experience within Florida in the Structural discipline, of which two years shall have been within HVHZ or by-passing BORA’s HVHZ exam.
• Have five years of construction experience in the Structural discipline in a supervisory capacity, with at least two years in HVHZ or by-passing BORA’s HVHZ exam. Individuals qualifying through this path shall be required to acquire an Unlimited General Contractor (GC) license, by exam, within one year of initial certification as an inspector.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving environment.
• Ability to respond positively to supervision and guidance, present a professional image, report promptly, and conform to policies regarding time management.
• Courteous and helpful demeanor when engaging with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment per manufacturer’s specifications.
• Respect for cultural, religious, and gender differences in interactions.

Physical Demands:

Requires moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 50 pounds, crouching, kneeling, bending, and stooping. Frequent standing or walking may be required.