Building Inspector

Overview

Hiring Range:  $29.65 - $39.71

Starting salary may be adjusted depending on experience.

Qualifications

1. Associate's Degree or higher in Engineering, Building Science or a related field AND three (3) years or more of experience as a Building Inspector, Engineer, Architect, Superintendent or Foreman involved in construction, or any combination of these;

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High School Diploma/GED AND seven (7) years or more of experience as a Building Inspector, Engineer, Architect, Superintendent or Foreman involved in construction, or any combination of these;

 

2. Possession of a Commercial Building Inspector or Residential Building Inspector certification from the International Code Council (ICC) or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment;

 

3. Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain/maintain a City of Hoover Driver's Permit.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience working with all phases of construction to include residential and commercial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the inspection of construction sites and projects to ensure compliance with City ordinances, specifications, building codes and reviewed plans;
• Reviews, Alteration and repairs, structural safety and conformity to established code requirements and submitted plans and specifications, for both residential and commercial structures
• Deals with contractors and the public on matters or corrections in order to comply with regulations, notifies contractors of any violations and takes appropriate action to ensure violations are corrected;
• Prepares daily inspection reports, drawings and design, keeps records, checks for possession of permits and licenses;
• Deals with contractors and the public on matters relating to building regulations
• Answers zoning and code questions;
• Performs final inspections of construction projects to assure overall conformity to code requirements;
• Attend classes, seminars and conferences to remain current on code changes and other applications as they occur;
• Performs related work as required.