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County of Oconee

Building Inspector I

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $37,331/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Walhalla, SC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.

$58,603 / year median in South Carolina

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Job posted until filled. Salary/rank is DOQ. Entry salary is $37,331.24.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to inspect building construction, renovations, and mobile home installations for compliance with applicable building codes and ordinances, to provide technical interpretation of codes and regulations as needed, to prepare and maintain all required documentation, and to perform related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Performs routine inspections of residential building construction, renovations, and mobile home installations for compliance with applicable building (structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, accessibility) and related codes and ordinances. Prepares inspection reports; prepares and issues notices of correction and stop work orders, as necessary. Explains, interprets and provides guidance regarding applicable codes and compliance requirements to contractors, engineers, architects, developers, property owners and others. Follows up on each case to verify corrections comply with codes, and maintains records related to inspections. Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding assigned cases and general department procedures. Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.