Building and Code Compliance Inspector

Under the supervision of the Community Development Director/Chief Building Official, performs assigned building inspections and code compliance inspections on residential and commercial projects.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. 

• Inspects new residential and commercial building construction as well as remodeling of existing buildings, additions, tenant improvements, etc. to ensure code compliance in structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.
• Conducts plan reviews as needed.
• Verifies building setbacks and that all work is completed per the approved building plans.
• Utilizing government permit tracking software to keep accurate records of inspections, results and all specific and pertinent project notes.
• Enforces all adopted building and maintenance codes and ensures that minimum code requirements are achieved.
• Enforces Globe Municipal Codes/Ordinances for code compliance.
• Discusses unique or severe problems found in the field with the Building Official to develop strategy seeking compliance.
• Follows up on field questions from contractors and owner/builders.
• Is available to the public during specific times to answer building code questions by phone or in the office
• Performs other related job duties as required or assigned.
• Attends and participates in internal/external training and continuing education as needed.
• Attend council meetings when requested and participate in city organized events when required.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. 
ICC certified building inspector or two years of building inspection experience or two years of construction related experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications: 
ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification (within 24 months of hire). 
Possession of a valid State of Arizona driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

• City, county, state, federal laws, city regulations and ordinances.
• Principles and practices of building and code compliance
• City of Globe codes regarding building construction/inspection.
• Construction industry and Community Development policies and procedures.
• Civil court procedures.
• Adopted City of Globe andStatecodesregardingcommercialandresidentialconstructionandall adopted applicable building codes and amendments.
• Permitting procedures and requirements.
• Modern office management principles, machinery, practices and methods.
• Personal computers, field tablets and various software applications.

Required Ability to:

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with city staff, contractors, developers, skilled trade workers, municipal court staff, various external organizations/individuals and the general public
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Effectively communicate and produce resolve.
• Maintain organized records.
• Prioritize workload and complete tasks.
• Ability to operate a camera and develop other records that efficiently and effectively substantiate a position
• Ability to utilize measurement taking tools.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor work environments.  May be required to perform a full range of motion while lifting and/or carrying supplies, tools, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 40 pounds.