Construction Inspector I – Building Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Construction Inspector I – Building

Salary
$2442 – $3907 Hourly
Location Community Development Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04146
Department
Community Development
Opening Date
05/09/2025
Closing Date
5/23/2025 4:18 PM Eastern
Grade Code
109
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Position Information
This is position is located in the Cobb County Community Development office The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with local, state and federal construction codes and ordinances for the County
Essential Functions
Conducts field inspections at residential and commercial construction sites: inspects building, electrical, framing, footing/slabs, HVAC, plumbing, insulation, gas, water, and other items; reviews approved building plans and compares to actual construction; and ensures all construction activities comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and standards; takes photographs of sites; and maintains photo logs and files regarding inspection activities
Records failed inspections: issues notice of violations and warnings to contractors, owners, developers, builders or other parties; works with contractors, developer, consulting engineers, architects and property owners to resolve conflicts, solve problems, and achieve compliance with all requirements; reports all issues of non-compliance to proper officials for prosecution; and maintains related documentation
Approves construction activities and final products which meet all building code requirements: maintains inspection records and related paperwork in division files
Consults with building owners, contractors, developers and the general public regarding codes, inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services: responds to questions, complaints and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets division policies and procedures, ordinances and code
Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards: maintains and awareness of erosion and sediment control methods, materials, inspection practices, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Building Technology, Construction Management or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in construction, building trades, site inspections or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license Must acquire required licenses, certifications or equivalent education within the probationary period for the position
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the regular, and at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds)
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odor, depth, and visual cues or signals Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally