Field Inspector & Code Enforcement Deputy

Inspectors Association, Inc.; Old Orchard Beach (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Old Orchard Beach is seeking a Deputy Code Enforcement Officer/Field Inspector to join its Code Enforcement team. You will conduct inspections, review plans, issue permits, and help enforce building, zoning, and related codes to protect public safety.

Under the Director of Code Enforcement, you will participate in interdepartmental reviews with Fire, Police, Planning, and other staff, maintaining consistent enforcement and excellent record-keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Maine driver’s license.
• Preferred: Two years of construction trade school or three years of related construction or inspection experience.
• Required or must obtain: State certifications in plumbing, wastewater, code enforcement, zoning, land-use laws, construction codes, radon, energy and ventilation standards, and Rule 80(K).
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Code Enforcement with the review and issuance of building, plumbing, and electrical permits.
• Conduct inspections of buildings under construction, alteration, or repair to ensure compliance with applicable building, electrical, plumbing, and zoning codes.
• Review construction and plot plans for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Perform inspections at various stages of construction as dictated by adopted codes and ordinances.
• Provide information to the public regarding zoning requirements, construction codes, floodplain regulations, utility connections, signage, and business licensing.
• Assist with investigations of potential violations of building, electrical, plumbing, sanitation, and zoning codes.
• Meet with applicants, review applications, calculate fees, and issue permits.
• Maintain required State of Maine certifications.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, enforcement documentation, and related records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear and effective communication

Building and construction trades

HVAC understanding

Computers and software

Interpret codes (federal/state/local)

Analyze construction plans

Conduct field inspections

Record-keeping

Interpersonal relations

Deadline-driven

Identify code violations

Provide information in Director’sAbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of construction trade school

Three years of related construction or inspection experience

State certifications (plumbing, wastewater, code enforcement, zoning, land-use laws, construction codes, radon, energy and ventilation standards, Rule 80(K))

Equivalent combinations of education and experience

Job description

The Town of Old Orchard Beach is seeking a Deputy Code Enforcement Officer/Field Inspector to join its Code Enforcement team. You will conduct inspections, review plans, issue permits, and help enforce building, zoning, and related codes to protect public safety.

Under the Director of Code Enforcement, you will participate in interdepartmental reviews with Fire, Police, Planning, and other staff, maintaining consistent enforcement and excellent record-keeping.