Residential Inspector

Horry County, (SC); Conway (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County in South Carolina seeks a Code Enforcement Inspector to inspect new and existing residential projects for compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and zoning codes and ordinances. Under limited supervision, you review single-family residential plans and maintain required records.

You will interpret code requirements to contractors, owners and the public; conduct inspections at multiple construction phases; collect and verify engineering reports; enforce

Qualifications

• Requires considerable knowledge of all applicable codes standards, regulations, laws and ordinances of the Code Enforcement Department.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building codes including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc.
• Knowledge of departmental organization, policies, methods, and regulations.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Requires a high school diploma supplemented by one to two years of experience in building inspection, construction, etc. or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new and existing residential structures to monitor compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and zoning codes and ordinances.
• Review single-family residential building plans for code compliance and complete required records.
• Interpret code requirements to contractors, owners and the public; answer inquiries and respond to complaints.
• Collect engineering reports and ensure their compliance with required information.
• Maintain thorough records of inspections and conferences with contractors and owners.
• Patrol assigned areas to ensure compliance with permits and laws; enforce planning and zoning laws.
• Keep abreast of all codes and code changes; operate a county-owned motor vehicle.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Building codes knowledge

Inspection skills

Record keeping

Communication with contractors/public

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Under limited supervision of the Chief Inspector, inspects new and existing residential projects to ensure compliance with all building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and zoning codes, and all related County ordinances. Reviews all single-family residential building plans for code compliance. Completes and maintains required records.

• Inspects each phase of construction of new and existing residential structures to monitor compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and zoning codes and ordinances. Inspects such construction areas as wiring, framing, plumbing, mechanical installation, insulation, chimneys, foundation walls, tie-downs, gas lines, hook-ups, setbacks, etc. Conducts final checks and performs re-inspections as required.
• Interprets code requirements to contractors, owners and general public as required; answers inquiries and responds to complaints.
• Collects engineering reports and ensures their compliance with required information.
• Maintains thorough and accurate records of inspections and conferences with contractors and owners regarding the inspection results and deficiencies.
• Patrols assigned areas to make sure that new construction is not done without permit or is within compliance of the law.
• Enforces all planning and zoning laws.
• Keeps abreast of all codes and code changes.
• Respond to questions and complaints for general public, contractors, co-workers, County employees, architects, engineers, property owners, municipal code officials, and County Council members related to code, permit requirements, or the review process.
• Operates a County owned motor vehicle.
• Performs related duties as may be required.

Requires considerable knowledge of all applicable codes standards, regulations, laws and ordinances of the Code Enforcement Department as they pertain to the performances of duties of Code Enforcement Inspector. Has comprehensive knowledge of building codes including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc., building construction, and laws and regulations (local, county, and state) concerning the issuance of building permits in order to ensure that residents of Horry County comply with all ordinances. Has the knowledge of departmental organization, policies, methods, and regulations. Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Understanding of functions and interrelationships of County and other governmental agencies and entities required.Requires a high school diploma supplemented by one (1) to two (2) years of experience in building inspection, construction, etc. or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and ability.