Building Codes, Conferences, Construction, Construction Inspection, Corrective Action, Driver's License, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Heavy Lifting, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Negotiation Skills, Plumbing, Record Keeping, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Residential Construction, Systems Administration/Management
Salary negotiable depending on qualifications, certifications and experience
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
- An employee in this class inspects construction and installation work in progress to enforce state codes for buildings and for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
- Work involves frequent field checks in the inspection of work in various stages of completion.
- Technical judgment is required to interpret provisions of Codes as applied to practical construction circumstances.
- Inspector specializes in one area of code compliance and has certifications in multiple trades and is trained as backup in other areas.
- This position has supervisory responsibilities for field inspections and supervises inspectors in the field.
- Inspections require physical effort and are performed under hazards present in dealing with construction work in progress.
- Tact, courtesy, and firmness must be exercised in dealing with developers, contractors, and the general public.
- Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Building Inspector andis evaluated through spot checks of inspections and through conferences.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
- Maintains office hours to answer questions concerning code compliance and the inspections process.
- Inspects building construction for compliance with codes; monitors foundations and framing process.
- Inspects electrical wiring systems in both new construction and renovations; approves temporary and final wiring for compliance with codes.
- Inspects buildings, and electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
- Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
- Notifies responsible parties of defects and re-inspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken.
- Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary reports to Chief Building Inspector.
- Supervises and performs evaluations of inspectors working under his/her supervision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Considerable knowledge of construction and system installation procedures in at least all trade areas (building construction, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.)
- Considerable knowledge of state codes in the area of specialization.
- Skill in the interpretation of codes, including building and minimum housing in their application to specific situations.
- Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
- Ability to supervise and perform appraisals of subordinate employees.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING\
- Experience as a code inspector in building, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical work as a contractor; or an equivalent combination of experience and training with a minimum Level II certification in multiple trades.
- Level III certification is preferred or a Level II certification with a probationary Level III.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- State certification Level II in multiple inspection areas.
- Possession of valid North Carolina driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
- Ability to physically negotiate a construction site including climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, walking on uneven ground, lifting, and carrying heavy plans.
The Town of Southern Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer