Construction Inspector I / II / III- C (Building)

Construction Inspector

Performs responsible technical field inspection and office work enforcing national, state, and local codes governing the design, construction, and renovation of buildings, structures, wastewater treatment facilities, and other public works projects. Work involves inspection of buildings and structures, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical installations, and requires considerable knowledge of electrical, carpentry, plumbing, building construction, or mechanical field as well as in depth knowledge of all applicable codes and ordinances. Employees assigned to this classification must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in the interpretation and application of codes in making technical decisions. Work is performed under general supervision, according to established guidelines. Performance is reviewed through reports submitted, meetings, and results obtained for technical sufficiency and consistent application.

Minimum Qualifications :

Building : Associate's Degree with construction-related coursework in area of assignment (Building) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. All positions require a valid Florida Driver's License and must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Construction Inspector I-C : Minimum of five (5) years of experience in building construction or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training, and experience. Must be certified by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAI) as a Standard Inspector - Building, or must obtain a State of Florida Provisional Certification (Standard Inspector - Building) within 120 days of hire, and the permanent License must be obtained within two (2) years of receiving the Provisional License.

Construction Inspector II-C : Minimum of seven (7) years experience in building construction or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training, and experience totaling seven (7) years. Must be certified by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAI) as a Standard Inspector Building.

Construction Inspector III-C : Minimum of nine (9) years experience in building construction; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience totaling nine (9) years. Must be certified by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAI) as a Standard Inspector Building.

This is a full-time contract position with the same benefits as Regular full-time. Most contracts are renewable for terms of one year.

Important : To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows :

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.