Inspections Technician

Job Summary/Scope https://vimeo.com/1029357272?share=copy Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches. The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers' minor league team starting in 2026. Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation. The hiring range for this position is $42,942.69 (minimum salary) to $59,138.61 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications. The purpose of this position is to perform technical and administrative functions in support of the department, including the facilitation of permits, applications, and requests for inspections. Successful facilitates the efficiency and effectiveness of the department. The work consists of related technical and administrative duties. Frequent changes in codes and regulations contribute to the complexity of the work. Job Responsibilities Major Duties Prepares, routes, processes, and distributes building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, insulation, fire, sign, and demolition permits. Receives and processes gas, water, and sewer taps and processes monies for each. Enters inspection requests and results in computer programs. Receives monies; balances cash drawer; receives credit card payments. Mails certified notices for abandoned vehicles, nuisance abatements; maintains accounts payable and receivable for contract work; bills appropriate owners. Receives incoming calls and customers and directs accordingly. Takes and prepares minutes for various meetings; prepares correspondence; updates computer files; purchases and maintains supplies for department; process requisitions, purchase orders, refunds, and travel expenditures. Assists in registering staff for training workshops; makes travel arrangements. Updates and maintains office listing of addresses assigned to subdivisions. Processes asbestos permits. Notarizes documents as needed. Processes payment for state for homeowner's recovery fund. Maintains occupancy load data and types certificates for commercial properties as required. Applies code enforcement fines for necessary properties. Performs other related duties as assigned. Guidelines Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, zoning ordinances, and relevant city, state, and federal laws, and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application. Supervisory/Management Responsibility None Minimum Qualifications Education/Experience Requirements Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Knowledge Requirements Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and federal, state, and local codes, laws and regulations. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment. Skill in planning, organization, and decision making. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. Work Environment/Physical Demands The work is typically performed in an office while sitting at a desk or table.