Combination Inspector III

City of Garland; Virginia; On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a Combination Inspector III to ensure construction meets adopted building codes and city ordinances for life, health, safety, and welfare. This role surveys residential, commercial, and multi‑family projects, reviews reports, and communicates with customers and professionals to resolve issues.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, 4 years of trades experience (with college coursework substitution possible) and multiple ICC certifications within six

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years trades experience; college coursework may substitute for up to 2 years.
• ICC certifications in six areas within six months of hire are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform combination inspections of buildings and mechanical systems.
• Inspect new and existing residential, commercial, and multi-family projects under construction.
• Verify compliance with codes and city ordinances for Certificates of Occupancy.
• Review third party reports for compliance with approved plans.
• Use permit tracking to research records, plan routes, and enter results.
• Provide inspection results to customers, verbally or in writing.
• Explain technical requirements to customers with varying levels of knowledge.
• Communicate professionally with contractors, engineers, and city staff.
• Maintain regular attendance and support after-hours inspections when needed.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Instructional ability

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework in construction/engineering/architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Permit tracking system

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the inspection of new and existing construction for compliance with adopted building codes and city ordinances to ensure requirements for life, health, safety, and welfare of building occupants and the general public are met.

Pay Range

Combination Inspector III - $25.41 - $33.10 (Depending on qualifications)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform combination inspections, primarily building and mechanical.
• Perform inspections of new and existing residential, commercial, multi-family projects and all associated structures while under construction to ensure compliance with adopted codes and city ordinances.
• Perform inspections of existing buildings to verify compliance with requirements for Certificates of Occupancy.
• Review third party inspection and engineering reports/documents for compliance with approved plans and adopted codes.
• Use computerized permit tracking system to research and view building permit records and to obtain daily inspection schedules, create inspection routes, and accurately enter inspection results
• Provide computerized and/or written inspection results to customers.
• Provide consultation and/or respond to concerns and inquiries from citizens, contractors, builders, engineers, and other entities on all aspects of building inspection procedures, department policies, and the adopted building codes and city ordinances.
• Translate and communicate technical requirements to customers of varying technical knowledge/ability.
• Demonstrate a respectful attitude towards customers and coworkers that promotes teamwork, open communication, and effective customer service.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
• May perform occasional after hours/call-in inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of building and codes in areas of certification (or equivalent licensing).
• Competent knowledge of building codes in additional trades and disciplines.
• Competent knowledge of principles and practices in building construction.
• Competent ability and skill to instruct and explain to customers how to achieve their desired end result.
• Proficient customer service skills with an emphasis on conflict resolution a desire to help customers regardless of their circumstance.
• Competent communication skills with ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to customers, construction personnel, architects, engineers, and city staff in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Competent skills and ability to use cellular phones and use computers/software to input and retrieve data.
• Competent skills and ability to use internet, email, calendars, the Microsoft Office suite, and general office equipment.
• Competent skills and ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical specifications, installation manuals and other technical documents.
• Competent skills and ability to interpret code requirements and ordinances and within the parameters of code and ordinance requirements, seek alternative solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Minimum four (4) years trades experience (up to two years of college level coursework in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a similar field may substitute for this experience) plus two (2) years as a Combination Inspector II or similar municipal building inspector position
• Certification in six (6) of the following areas within six (6) months of hire: ICC Residential or Commercial Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical Inspector. Other ICC or legacy certifications or trade licenses may be considered to meet this requirement

Licenses and Certifications

• International Code Council (ICC) Certification (Commercial Building Inspector within one-year of hire)
• ICC Building Inspection Certification within one-year of hire
• ICC Residential Inspection Certification within one-year of hire
• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent must possess mobility to work in and around city and private buildings, facilities, and construction sites, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to operate varied tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing field inspections. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Employees work in and around various buildings, facilities, and construction sites and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, heights, mechanical and electrical hazards, dust and hazardous physical substances and fumes.