Combination Building Inspector
This position will be an office and field work environment and will have interaction with the public at the counter, on the phone, and in the field. There is some travel required for trainings, to inspections, construction job sites, and to the AZ Strip office. The starting rate of pay is $25.65 with a Monday through Friday working schedule, no weekends, or holidays.
Job Requirements :
- Must pass drug screen post offer.
- Must possess a valid drivers license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
- Must provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.
Essential Job Functions :
Inspects the more complex new construction at various phases of completion to ensure compliance with the various codes and approved plans and specifications.Ensures compliance to codes and approved plans and specifications through inspection of single and multi-family residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, alterations to existing structures, including remodeling, room additions, patio covers, etc., and inspects swimming pools, spas, propane heaters, gas lines, retaining walls, electric service, onsite wastewater systems and mobile homes.Reviews construction and site plans to ensure that work is being done according to approved plans and ensuring code compliance.Discusses changes with contractors and authorizes minor alterations.Issues approvals or rejections at each of the inspection phases.Issues notices for non-compliance to codes and deviations from approved plans and specifications.Issues notices for work being done without the necessary permits.Meets with contractors, homeowners, and others to discuss deficiencies and possible corrections and respond to inquiries of building inspection activities and code compliance.Investigates complaints and notifies higher level of authority of the results of the investigation to determine outcome of complaint.Maintains awareness of new and revised codes and construction methods and materials.Conducts fire damage inspections, dangerous buildings inspections, damage inspection following emergencies or disasters per FEMA requirements, and inspections of buildings being moved.Maintains records of inspections conducted, notices issued, and updates permit records.Follows up on code violations to verify compliance.Investigates complaints and discusses problems with homeowners, contractors, and others.Contacts utility companies with approvals so that utilities may be connected.Supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative staff work such as : scheduling; maintaining records; responding to requests for information or services; performing related administrative, planning and research activities; and preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and may prepare budget materials.Prepares performance evaluations; may make hiring recommendations; recommends disciplinary actions; reviews vacations and time off requests; prepares work schedules and assignments; supervises the activities of assigned personnel.Investigates, responds, counsels, and resolves complaints involving issuances of citations, building inspections and procedures, or other related building inspection issues.Minimum Qualifications :
Combination Building Inspector I :
High School diploma / GED (General Education Degree).Two (2) years of applicable experience in the construction industry.OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.Special Job Requirements :
Must possess or obtain and maintain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector within six (6) months of hire.Must possess or obtain additional International Code Council (ICC) certifications as a Residential Plumbing (ICC Exam P1), Mechanical (ICC Exam M1) or Electrical Inspector (ICC Exam E1) within one (1) year of receiving Residential Building Inspector.