Building Inspector

Code Inspector Ii

The Planning Department is actively looking candidates who strive to provide excellent service and possess a desire to be a part of a team. The opportunity to serve the City of Westerville and its citizens as a Code Inspector II in the Planning Department could be for you!

Positions assigned to this classification perform technical inspections and plan review on industrial, commercial, and residential buildings in various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with the applicable codes and regulations of the City of Westerville and the State of Ohio. The work involves performing inspections on structural components, fire protection, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The position entails issuing written notices to comply on code violations and maintaining computer and paper file on various permits; explaining and interpreting code requirements to developers, contractors, and owners. Positions in this classification must attend continuing education classes to maintain their inspector certifications.

The work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official. Additional guidance is received from the City Codified Ordinances and the City of Westerville Employee Handbook. Work is reviewed through performance evaluations, meetings, reports, and analysis of results obtained.

Analyzes site plans, blueprints, shop drawings, and related documents to understand the scope of the proposed work. Conducts various inspections on industrial, commercial, and residential buildings in various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with the approved plans and with the applicable codes of the City of Westerville and the State of Ohio. Examines and performs plan review services on one, two, and three family dwellings to ensure compliance with the Residential Code of Ohio. Prepares written and oral reports on inspection activities. Maintains detailed records of these reports and inspection activities in a computer software system. Responds to complaints and perform property maintenance inspections; initiates action to owners of structures in a state of disrepair. Receives and responds to inquiries from the public both verbally and in writing; answers questions from the public, realtors, contractors, architects, and builders; responds to telephone inquiries; educates homeowners on the permit and inspection processes. Consults with architects, engineers, builders, contractors, and owners regarding the provisions of the various codes, related documents, and City ordinances. Makes recommendations and aids in solving problems. Maintains a positive working relationship with outside agencies, professional organizations, and other City departments. Attends required continuing education classes for certification renewal; attends seminars, conferences, and training sessions when requested; attends meetings as required. Reviews trade bulletins, publications, and new product literature to remain current on developments in the construction field.

High School diploma or equivalent; possession of current and valid State of Ohio Certification(s) : (a) building inspector, residential building inspector, mechanical inspector, and / or residential plans examiner OR (b) Electrical Safety Inspector. Possession of a valid Ohio driver's license and a safe driving record. Considerable knowledge and application of the current State of Ohio codes and the related reference documents. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of the code inspection process; the ability to perform accurate inspections and residential plan reviews independently and within an allocated time schedule. The ability to accurately read and interpret construction drawings, symbols and specifications. Considerable knowledge of the means and methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction industry; the ability to understand and utilize technical manuals, construction material product charts, and manufacture's installation instructions. Considerable skill and ability to answer inquiries and resolve complaints from contractors, builders, and the public in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner. The ability to organize and prioritize daily work assignments and activities; work independently and as a team member. The ability to perform mathematical calculations and basic algebraic functions; perform written documentation in a clear and concise fashion; collate and classify information and data regarding inspection and permit activities. The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. The ability to operate a personal computer for the purpose of entering, accessing, and retrieving information and data regarding inspection and permit activities; creating letters and correspondence to other employees, contractors, engineers, architects, owners, and the general public. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, other employees, contractors, engineers, architects, owners, and the general public. The ability to conduct site inspections in adverse weather conditions, traverse construction terrain, and have sufficient dexterity and mobility to perform all inspections on structures / buildings of varying design and height. Ability to use and / or learn permitting software, document management, and electronic plan review software.