PRBM Inspector I U31

Louisville Metro Government; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Building Inspector to perform inspections of residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with local and state codes. The role includes reviewing plans, issuing permits and occupancy certificates, and explaining codes to the public.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of related construction experience, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in design, building technology, architecture, or related construction.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Equivalency may be substituted but must include two years of related construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial buildings for compliance with state codes and local ordinances.
• Review building plans for compliance and approve or disapprove permits.
• Issue violation notices and Certificates of Occupancy and prepare inspection reports.
• Explain building, mechanical, and related codes to the public.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Essential Functions

• Inspects residential and commercial buildings construction and installations of new or replacement HVAC systems for compliance with state codes and local ordinances
• Reviews residential and commercial building plans for compliance with building and mechanical codes, land development codes and local ordinances; and approves or disapproves permit issuance
• Issues violation notices and Certificates of Occupancy and prepares inspection reports
• Explains building and residential codes, mechanical, land development, and other applicable codes, and ordinances to the publicExamples of Work:

UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION

• Contacts and recommends connect or disconnect of service to utility company
• Reviews architectural and engineering plans, blueprints and construction specifications of residential and commercial structures for compliance with building and mechanical code requirements, land development regulations and local ordinances
• Conducts routine inspections of commercial and residential construction to enforce building and mechanical code requirements, land development regulations and local ordinances
• Recommends demolition of vacant or damaged structures when compliance has not been achieved
• Provides technical assistance and instruction to the public concerning policies, procedures, codes, regulations and permit and inspection requirements
• Investigates and resolves complaints of violations of building and mechanical codes and local ordinances
• Inspects heating, ventilation and air conditioning units, including ducts, vent pipes, and gas lines; enforce mechanical codes, regulations, and ordinances
• Conducts routine inspections of building, fire suppression, fire detection, HVAC, fireplaces, moving, range hood, mechanical refrigeration, sign, and wrecking permits
• Researches information, prepares correspondence and reports, maintains records and files and completes special projects

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions

• Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
• Sufficient vision is needed to review detailed plans and blueprints and to inspect buildings
• Sufficient mobility is needed to conduct inspections at locations with limited or difficult access

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Two years of experience in design, building technology, architecture, engineering, or a directly related construction position, such as a foreman or lead man

Other Minimums

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Must be on 24 hour call
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA
• Must work a varied schedule

Equivalency

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted but must include two years of design, building technology, architecture, engineering, or a directly related construction position, such as a foreman or lead man

Special Requirements

• Must be certified as a One and Two Family Dwelling Inspector in the State of Kentucky or obtain within six months of employment (815 KAR 7:070)
• Must be certified as a Building Inspector, Level I, in the State of Kentucky or obtain within 12 months of employment
• Must be certified as a Building Inspector, Level II, in the State of Kentucky or obtain within 18 months of employment