Combination Inspector I

City of Victoria, TX; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Victoria, TX is seeking a Combination Inspector I to perform on-site field inspections of buildings and properties to determine code compliance.

The role may hire an Inspector II or III depending on qualifications and requires knowledge of building codes, ability to read blueprints, and strong communication skills to advise contractors and property owners.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 3 years in building trades or inspections.
• Valid State driver’s license may be required.
• Must obtain ICC certification in one or more technical areas within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site field inspections of buildings and structures for code compliance.
• Enforce building, electrical, plumbing, and energy codes; issue stop-work orders when needed.
• Advise contractors and property owners on regulations, construction methods, and materials.
• Prepare cases for compliance actions and municipal court; present cases before boards and in court.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

3 years building trades/inspections

Job description

The Combination Inspector I conducts on-site field inspections of buildings and properties in the City to determine code compliance.

Will hire an Inspector II or III depending on qualifications.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts on-site field inspections of buildings and structures in the process of construction, alteration of repair to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes.
• Responsible for reinforcement of codes related to building, electrical plumbing and mechanical construction, energy code, unsafe buildings, minimum housing standards and signs.
• Assists and advises contractors, property owners and others regarding regulations, code interpretations, construction methods and materials.
• Enforces state and local building codes, issuing stop-work orders and pursuing legal remedies as necessary to stop violations.
• Preparation of cases for compliances actions and municipal court prosecution; presents cases before appropriate boards and testifies in court.
• Participates in reviewing construction plans and specifications.
• Prepares and maintains inspections records, issues permit.
• Perform duties in a safe and orderly manner, complying with all City and departmental safety rules and policies.
• Regular attendance at work and arrives on time.
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned or as become apparent.

Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Ability to walk for extended periods of time while performing inspection duties. Employees must frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees may have to push and/or pull a maximum force of 100 pounds. Employees will communicate verbally, hear explanations, and visually inspect plans and work. Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding or get on roofs for building and trench inspections. Must be able to walk on slippery, loose, uneven, and sloped ground. Employees will be exposed to traffic hazards and dangerous constructions situations. Includes indoor and outdoor work in seasonal temperatures as well as in adverse conditions such as extreme cold, heat, heights, and noise. Employees will work in and near trenches and be exposed to mechanical, fire, chemical, electrical, radiation, laser, insect, and/or animal hazards; and fumes, odors, water, muds, and dust.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND three (3) years of building/construction trades or building inspections, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid State driver's license may be required.
• Must obtain International Code Council Certification in one or more technical areas (building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or energy) within one year of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of building codes, structural principles and practices, health, sanitations, and related regulations.
• Preforming analysis to determine compliance with or deviation from applicable codes.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply codes and ordinances.
• Ability to follow procedures, perform mathematical calculations, and read maps, plats, blueprints, and specifications.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.