Inspector I, ll, lll - Renovations Team

Mecklenburg County Government; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents through environmental stewardship. This role offers the chance to perform critical residential inspections, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. You will collaborate with contractors, engineers, and architects, making a tangible impact on community safety and development. With a focus on inclusivity and support, this position provides an opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and have a background in building or electrical trades, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a better working world for all.

Qualifications

• State certification in two primary trade fields required.
• Minimum one year of inspection experience or three years in a construction trade.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential inspections for compliance with building codes.
• Issue notices of violations and conduct investigations on complaints.
• Prepare and analyze inspection reports for projects.

Skills

Building Codes Knowledge

Electrical Codes Knowledge

Plumbing Codes Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Project Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Related Field

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction or Engineering

Tools

Tablet Computer

Inspection Software

Job description

Follow your calling, Find your career

Open till filled:

Salary Range: $20 - $39.71
This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level, and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, an inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency), you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation, you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

POSITION SUMMARY

Perform residential inspections for compliance with all applicable building codes. This position is responsible for reviewing plans, approving construction documents, and issuing permits; may perform investigations in response to fires or public complaints; and may also assist staff with inspection issues and answer questions. Mecklenburg County is currently seeking candidates with a Building and/or Electrical background to fill a Dual Trade Building/Plumbing or Electrical Mechanical inspection position vacancies on our team; however, other trade experience will be considered as well. The positions require State certification in two primary trade fields (B/P or E/M) but also require additional certification in two trade fields (all 4 - B, E, M, P with level I standard certification minimums) to provide backup to meet overall team goals. Classification level & pay determination based upon education and experience.

Who Will I Be Working With?

Inspectors on the Residential Inspection Team will be working with Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Owners, and other Agencies on most Residential projects within Mecklenburg County. This position also works alongside 40 other inspectors across all trades to provide Code Enforcement on these projects. Additionally, this position coordinates compliance issues with plan review staff. Interactions will be in person or via phone, e-mail, or text.

What Will I Be Doing?

1. Perform the most complex field inspections and enter results, defect codes, and notes on residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
2. Issue notices of violations, including stop work orders and follow-up to ensure issues have been addressed.
3. Investigate complaints about potential code violations and conduct research on inspection history as needed.
4. Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, town planners, and other individuals throughout the course of the design and construction of projects.
5. Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports.
6. Provide advice to design professionals, town planners, homeowners, the public, and contractors regarding code compliance, applicable procedures, and other related issues.
7. Serve on committees, task forces, and other teams as requested.
8. Ensure that customer solutions, practices, and procedures are carried out and achieve their objectives.
9. Complete assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule.
10. May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents.

More About the Role:

Clear, concise communication, good customer service skills, and project management ability in a team-based environment is a must. Ability to work in an electronic format to include construction drawings, specifications, data entry, and tracking is needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:
Inspector I - Minimum of one year of inspection experience or three years in a construction trade.
Inspector II - Minimum of two years of inspection experience or four years in a construction trade.
Inspector III - Minimum of three years of inspection experience or five years in a construction trade.

Education:
Inspector I - High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of specialized or technical training.
Inspector II - High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of specialized or technical training.
Inspector III - Associate's degree in a related field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? Yes.

Licenses and Certifications (based on the area of expertise):
Inspector I – Ability to obtain Level I Inspector Certification in one trade (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing) through NC Department of Insurance within 1 year of hire.
Inspector II - Ability to obtain Level I Inspector Certification in two trades (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing) or Level II Certification in one trade through NC Department of Insurance within 1 year of hire.
Inspector III - Ability to obtain Level III Inspector Certification in one trade (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing) or through NC Department of Insurance within 1 year of hire or Level I Certification in four trades (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing) within 2 years of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Standard Level III Certificate or Pre-Qualification for Probationary Level IIICertificate in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing obtained from the NC Department of Insurance Code Officials Qualifications Board.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Planning, or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:
All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, zoning and related codes;
Applicable rules, laws and regulations;
Practices and procedures related to code violations;
Customer service principles;
Inspection procedures;
Computers and applicable software applications.

Skills in:
Using a tablet computer and applicable software applications;
Interpreting laws and regulations;
Performing inspections;
Reading and interpreting plans and designs;
Providing customer service.

Abilities:
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works outdoors exposed to weather conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements, or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.