Building Inspector

Job Summary Working in the City's Building Department, performs technical field work inspecting and enforcing the state adopted Florida Building Codes for Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical, as well as City ordinances and related regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads plans and specifications
• Interprets drawings and setbacks and inspects construction for compliance with the approved plans, specifications, City regulations, and state adopted construction codes
• Inspects footers, slabs, beams, columns, framing, roofing, insulation, masonry work, landscaping, parking and drainage areas to evaluate compliance with building codes and specifications
• Inspects soil lines, pipe sizes, locations of fixtures, water supply lines and materials, waste lines, vents, shut offs and sewer connections to ensure compliance with plumbing codes and specifications. Inspects grounding, wiring, conduit installation, equipment installation, device installation, etc., to evaluate compliance with electrical codes and specifications.
• Performs final inspections of swimming pools, manufactured homes, signs, and other properties to evaluate code compliance
• Conducts code enforcement inspections as required to ensure City code compliance
• Communicates official programs, policies, and procedures to the general public
• Interprets codes and changes to contractors and homeowners
• Operates a City vehicle to travel to various locations to perform work
• Prepares oral and written reports related to assigned work.
• Other essential functions required as needed Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices used in construction trades.
• Knowledge of the codes and regulations governing building construction, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing installation, alteration, repair, and environmental protection.
• Knowledge of possible defects and flaws in building construction, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations and of effective corrective measures.
• Ability to recognize deviations from such plans in the construction process.
• Ability to explain, interpret, and enforce regulations and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Ability to communicate and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in building codes, construction and/or related field; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for this position.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid State of Florida driver's license
• Must meet the requirements of Florida Statute 468.

609 as outlined below: 1.Must possess a Standard Class (OR) a Provisional certificate from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation's Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board as a (Residential Inspector). 2.Any and all Provisional licenses must be converted to Standard license in the time allowed by (DBPR) Department of Business and Professional Regulation. 3.Failure to acquire and maintain licenses may be cause for termination.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Mental Demands:

• Required to use written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Work under deadlines with constant interruptions

Supplemental Information Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job involves inside and outside work and is exposed to all weather conditions. Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned. All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared. As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records. Benefits are for regular full-time employees.

Types of Benefits:

Insurance :

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

Retirement :

Pension, 457(b) deferred compensation plan

Paid Time Off :

Vacation, sick leave, holiday and personal time

Other :

Educational assistance program and wellness programs