Senior Building Inspector

$27.12 - $32.54 per hour

Under general supervision, inspects commercial and residential construction projects for compliance with all building, safety and construction codes and regulations, and with the approved building plans.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspects residential and commercial building construction and all building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; assures construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing construction; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; requires corrections to be made when deficiencies are discovered; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used, and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations, and issues citations, notices of violation, and stop work orders within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems, and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to City Building Official.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement, and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; provides technical information and assistance to City staff as authorized; provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.
• May conduct safety and environmental inspections and investigations for City code compliance.
• Maintains and updates files and records related to inspection and enforcement activities.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• State certification as a Plumbing Inspector is required within one year of hire.
• International Code Council (ICC)  Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, or Mechanical Inspector is preferred; incumbent may be required to obtain additional technical certifications.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of the construction industry and building trades.
• Methods and techniques of inspecting a variety of buildings and evaluating technical compliance.
• Principles and practices of building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspection.
• Applicable Federal and state laws, statutes, and standards, including UniformBuilding and Fire Codes, National Electric Code, Texas Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and related City codes and regulations.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in construction areas.
• General principles of planning & zoning and records management.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

Required Skill in:

• Applying technical knowledge of building trades work and using sound inspection methods to determine workmanship and materials quality, and detect deviations from plans, specifications, and standard installation practices.
• Interpreting and applying building and safety standards, state and Federal regulations, department standards and City codes and policies.
• Understanding and interpreting building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and zoning regulations.
• Making independent decisions while working in the field, analyzing situations accurately, and following established procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, contractors, other development agencies and the general public.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, and in internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather; light physical demands, frequent climbing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs.