Building Inspector - Full-Time

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Building Inspector - Full-Time

Department:  Development Services
Reports To:  Building Official

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Annual Salary: $41,473 - $45,620 DOE

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Stephenville is actively recruiting for a Building Inspector. This position is full-time and will answer to the Building Official. This position has the responsibility in regard to the enforcement of the various codes and ordinances which regulate building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing construction, installation, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repair as well as a skilled administrator.

Work will be performed with considerable independence with established laws, codes, ordinances, and technical guidelines, and is reviewed by the Building Official and/or in his/her absence the Development Services Director. The incumbent will also monitor, implement, and enforce all rules and ordinances relating to building codes and any other general health or safety matters under the jurisdiction of the City of Stephenville with integrity and professionalism.  The inspector will work with builders, developers, construction contractors, citizens of the City of Stephenville, general public, city departments, and elected officials.

DUTIES/ABILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Review of plans and permit applications to verify compliance with Zoning Ordinance, Building Codes, etc.

• Inspection of all building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing construction, and installation during the phase of construction, remodeling, repair, and maintenance of all buildings within the city.

• Interpretation and explanation of the various codes and ordinances to building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing contractors, homeowners, and other interested parties.

• Investigation of complaints regarding substandard construction and installation.

• Preparation and maintenance of necessary records and reports.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

• Performs related work as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a United States Citizen.

• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Two to five years of experience in skilled residential and/or commercial inspection.

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Plumbing License.

• Must have demonstrable knowledge of all trade codes (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to stand, sit, run, walk, push, pull, squat, kneel, twist, reach, crouch, crawl, climb, stoop or move about on uneven surfaces while inspecting construction sites.

• Physical exertion of the aforementioned activities may be required for prolonged period of time.

• Must be able to access and work in confined spaces.

• Must use eyes, ears, nose, hands, and fingers to perform assigned duties.

• Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time may be required in this position during the day-to-day functions.

• Required to drive and operate a motor vehicle according to state and local regulations for extended periods of time. 

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception is needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, and writing and or operating assigned equipment. 

• Requires repetitive hand movement in using computer keyboard.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and pull, push, or drag up to 75 pounds of materials and/or supplies. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of work is performed within an office and outdoors that may include extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperature swings, and inclement weather. This position entails some exposure to heights, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards, fumes, odor, mold, dust, mites, and toxic waste hazards. It also will have exposure to an office environment and is subject to ordinary risks typically found in an office environment. Must follow safe work practices.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required.

“AS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE CONSIDERS ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO COLOR, AGE, RACE, ETHNICITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER EXPRESSION, DISABILITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, VETERAN OR MARITAL STATUS.”

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