Building Inspector II Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Building Inspector II | Classifications Classifications Building Inspector II 
Salary $81,932.71 – $126,995.42 Annually Location City of Coral Gables, FL Job Type Full-time Job Number 71 Department Development Services Department Opening Date 04/28/2025 Closing Date 5/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Summary Performs technical inspection work in the enforcement of City codes and ordinances regulating building construction, alterations, and repairs. Receives assistance from supervisor on new or difficult inspections; however, most field work is done independently and requires knowledge of applicable codes, rules, regulations, and construction methods combined with skill and tact in explaining standards and reasons for compliance to builders, professional engineers, architects and the general public. Work is subject to periodic checks and inspections. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Serves as Chief Building Inspector in his absence. Inspects buildings under construction for compliance with building code requirements. Ensures that buildings are built in compliance with approved plans and specifications. Checks sites before footings are poured, and checks construction in progress. Inspects alteration and repair jobs by checking sites and existing buildings. Checks roof and foundation connections for building additions, fire escapes, chimneys, skylights, etc. Maintains records of inspections. Prepares reports, inspections and investigations as required. Secures evidence in cases of violation. Investigates complaints regarding alleged code violations, determines validity of claims and recommends remedial action. Re-inspects as necessary. Assists and advises architects, engineers, specialty contractors, homeowners and building owners and associates, City officials and the general public. Inspects demolitions, site cleanups, docks, davits, seawall repair, patios, etc. Testifies in court on code violation cases. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and considerable experience in one or more of the building construction trades. The individual shall be eligible for appointment as a Chief Building Inspector or Building Plans Examiner. Shall be certified by the Board of Rules and Appeals and shall be one of the following: A Florida Registered Professional Engineer, Architect, or licensed General Contractor having practiced for at least five years of which within the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County Code. A currently certified Building Official, Plans Examiner or Inspector having five years of experience, three years of which within the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County Code. A currently certified Building Inspector having an Associate of Science Degree in a course of education accepted by the Board of Rules and Appeals and having five years’ experience as a licensed General Contractor, two years of which within the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County Code; or three years’ experience as a Building Official, Plans Examiner or Inspector, all of which within the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County Code. Certification by the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals required. Miami-Dade County Building Inspector certification (commercial roofing and/or residential roofing) preferred. Valid Florida Driver’s License. Employer
The City of Coral Gables
Address
214 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
Phone
305-460-5523 Website
http://www.coralgables.com

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