Residential Combination Building Inspector

SAFEbuilt; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

401K Plan

Job summary

SAFEbuilt in Okeechobee County is seeking a talented Residential Combination Building Inspector. This role involves performing inspections of various construction projects, ensuring compliance with building codes, and interacting with the public effectively.

The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of building codes, strong communication skills, and requires a DBPR State of FL Inspector License. Compensation includes competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures.
• Ability to positively interact with staff, public, contractors, and governmental entities.
• Demonstrated initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of construction projects.
• Review residential and commercial plans for code compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and results.

Skills

Knowledge of local building codes

3+ years experience with interpretation of codes

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good time management and organization skills

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office

Education

DBPR State of FL Inspector Licensing - Residential and Building

ICC Inspector certifications in multiple trades

Job description

Residential Combination Building Inspector - Okeechobee County

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Residential Combination Building Inspector to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You’ll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

Job Requirements

• Performs daily field inspections of residential, commercial and public facility construction projects.
• Interacts with the public and explains technical information to both technically and non-technically trained individuals.
• Reviews residential and commercial plans and engineering calculations for building components to insure compliance with applicable codes.
• Provides recommendations regarding interpretations of City, State, Federal, and Construction standards, as well as local ordinances.
• Maintains accurate records to document inspections, test results, and additional details pertaining to inspections.
• Maintains computer logs of inspection reports, entering inspection results into permitting software.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
• 3+ years experience with interpretation of codes in the field providing code compliant solutions
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment
• Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects in a fast paced atmosphere
• Candidate must stay familiar and up to date with different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Special License/Registration/Certification

• DBPR State of FL Inspector Licensing - Residential and Building required
• ICC Inspector certifications in multiple trades preferred
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record

Compensation and Benefits

SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a strong benefit offering including a company vehicle. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, paid training, new certification bonuses, a matching 401K Plan, and more.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor.