Senior Building Inspector

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Building Inspector to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code and safety standards. This role involves inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, issuing permits, and maintaining inspection records. The ideal candidate will have strong inspection skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Join a team dedicated to maintaining safety and quality in building services, where your expertise will make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be certified by BCAIB as a Standard Plans Examiner and Inspector.
• Possess a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new and existing building installations for compliance with codes.
• Confers with stakeholders regarding inspections and code enforcement.

Skills

Building Code Compliance

Inspection Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification from BCAIB

Florida Registered Architect or PE License

Tools

Inspection Software

Job description

The Development Service Department's Building Services Division seeks a Senior Building Inspector.

The Senior Building Inspector inspects new and existing building installations in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC), High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, laws, ordinances and other County, State and Federal regulations.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Inspects new and existing building permitted installations (and enforcement) in residential, commercial and industrial buildings within the city limits to ensure adherence to the FBC, High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, local laws and ordinances;
• Confers with architects, engineers, general contractors, attorneys, property owners, and others regarding inspections, building materials and practices, and code enforcement matters;
• Inspects alteration and repair jobs; checks roof and foundation connections for building additions;
• Cites applicable codes to enforce compliance of the violation with corresponding building code and ordinances;
• Issues Stop Work Orders for work without permits and posts unsafe structures;
• Electronically prepares reports and maintains inspection records of work performed and properly enters inspection data, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems and equipment;
• Posts Notices of Violation on properties, issues warning and citation notices of violation of City Ordinances and the FBC;
• May perform plans review as needed;
• Performs related work as required.

Additional Responsibilities (Building Code Compliance Section)

• May perform field inspections for conformity with the FBC, the City Ordinances and other applicable rules and regulations effective in the City prior to the issuance of building permits;
• Investigate complaints of zoning violations including interviewing property owners, tenants, and complainants to determine the nature of violations and recommending corrective measures;
• Review and prepare cases for hearing presentations at the Code Enforcement Board, the Special Magistrate, and the Unsafe Structures Board.

1. Have graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency;
2. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire;
3. Must be certified by the Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Standard Plans Examiner (Structural/Building) ANDas a Standard Inspector (Structural/Building);
4. Required certifications and license must be kept current to continue employment in this class;
5. Must be certified by BORA and shall meet at least one of the following qualifications:
   • A Florida Registered Architect ora Florida Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), in the discipline requested and having practiced for a minimum of five (5) years within the State of Florida, two (2) years of which within the HVHZ OR pass BORA's HVHZ exam; OR
   • A Standard (Structural/Building) Inspector serving for a minimum of one (1) year for an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or school board within the State of Florida;
6. Must possess a current Certificate of Competency ORa PE license ORArchitect registration issued by at least one of the following entities:
   • Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board;
   • Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades;
   • Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board;
   • Florida Board of Professional Engineers;
   • Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an Architect.
7. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand, and access heights or areas where limited space is available.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.