Combination Building Inspector

City of Temple, TX; Temple (TX); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Temple, TX is seeking a Combination Building Inspector to enforce code and zoning compliance through inspections of commercial and residential construction. You will review plans, document inspections, and advise stakeholders on code interpretations while coordinating with other city agencies.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two to three years of related inspection experience.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of experience in building inspections, code enforcement, or construction trade.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience for higher level Inspector roles.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct inspections of commercial and residential construction projects to ensure code compliance.
• Review construction plans for compliance with relevant codes and regulations.
• Maintain detailed documentation of inspections, violations, actions, and plan reviews.
• Consult with homeowners, builders, and design professionals on plans and code interpretations.
• Investigate complaints, issue notices, and report unsafe conditions.
• Collaborate with other city agencies on design, licensing, and code requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and support department goals.

Conocimientos

Code enforcement

Building inspections

Plan review

Construction trades

Educación

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

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Summary

Combination Building Inspector, under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official, ensures code and zoning compliance through inspections of commercial and residential construction. Responsibilities include plan review, documentation, code guidance, complaint investigation, notice issuance, agency collaboration, code improvement suggestions, emergency support, and teamwork.

Hourly Wage is Dependent on Certifications and related years of Experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections of commercial and residential construction projects (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, building, and related) to ensure code and some zoning/development standard compliance
• Reviews commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with relevant codes and regulations
• Maintains detailed documentation of inspections, violations, actions, plan reviews, and compliance for legal purposes
• Consults with and advises stakeholders (homeowners, builders, design professionals) on plans, code compliance, interpretations, and related procedures
• Investigates construction-related complaints, issues violation notices (Stop Work Orders, Dangerous Building notices), and reports unsafe conditions
• Collaborates with other city agencies on design, licensing, and code requirements
• Fosters positive working relationships with various stakeholders
• Recommends improvements to existing codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Assists in the investigation of fires, explosions, or hazardous conditions and orders evacuations when necessary
• Actively participates in team functions, meetings, and activities to support team goals
• Follows City financial policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Combination Building Inspector I or II

• Two (2) years of experience in building inspections, code enforcement, or construction trade

Combination Building Inspector III or IV

• Three (3) years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science, industrial technology, architecture, engineering, or related field
• Previous construction inspection experience

Certificates and Licenses

Inspector I

• OR
• Two (2) ICC Residential and/or Commercial Inspector certification
• Master Trade License (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical) AND
• One (1) ICC Residential and/or Commercial Inspector certification
• OR
• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License

Inspector II

• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License AND
• Two (2) ICC Energy Certifications (Residential and Commercial)

Inspector III

• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License AND
• Two (2) ICC Energy Certifications (Residential and Commercial) AND
• Two (2) ICC Residential and/or Commercial Inspector Certifications

Inspector IV

• OR
• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License AND
• Two (2) ICC Energy Certifications (Residential and Commercial) AND
• All four (4) ICC Residential Certifications (Plumbing, electrical, energy, mechanical) AND
• 1 ICC Commercial Certifications & Code Enforcement license
• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License AND
• Two (2) ICC Energy for Residential & Commercial Certifications AND
• All four (4) ICC Commercial Certifications (Plumbing, electrical, energy, mechanical)