Construction Inspector I (Building)

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services seeks a Construction/Building Inspector to inspect residential and commercial construction sites for compliance with local, state, and federal codes and ordinances. The role includes reviewing plans, photographing sites, and maintaining logs of inspections.

Responsibilities include issuing notices of violation, coordinating with contractors and property owners to resolve issues, and ensuring final products meet building code requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret building plans and codes.
• Strong ability to communicate findings to owners, contractors, and authorities.
• Experience documenting inspections and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field inspections at residential and commercial construction sites to verify compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Issues notices of violations and works with stakeholders to resolve non-compliance.
• Maintains inspection records and prepares reports and documentation.
• Assists owners and contractors by explaining and interpreting code requirements.

Skills

Field inspections

Code compliance

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Building Technology/Construction Management

Job description

Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with local, state and federal construction codes and ordinances for the County.

Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with local, state and federal construction codes and ordinances for the County.

Essential Functions

Conducts field inspections at residential and commercial construction sites: inspects building, electrical, framing, footing/slabs, HVAC, plumbing, insulation, gas, water, and other items; reviews approved building plans and compares to actual construction; and ensures all construction activities comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and standards; takes photographs of sites; and maintains photo logs and files regarding inspection activities.

Records failed inspections: issues notice of violations and warnings to contractors, owners, developers, builders or other parties; works with contractors, developer, consulting engineers, architects and property owners to resolve conflicts, solve problems, and achieve compliance with all requirements; reports all issues of non-compliance to proper officials for prosecution; and maintains related documentation.

Approves construction activities and final products which meet all building code requirements: maintains inspection records and related paperwork in division files.

Consults with building owners, contractors, developers and the general public regarding codes, inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services: responds to questions, complaints and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets division policies and procedures, ordinances and code.

Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards: maintains and awareness of erosion and sediment control methods, materials, inspection practices, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Building Technology, Construction Management or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in construction, building trades, site inspections or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must acquire required licenses or certifications within the probationary period for the position.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the regular, and at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odor, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, unsafe structures, traffic hazards, or rude/irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.