Rowan College at Gloucester County · 1 week ago
Inspector Trainee
Gloucester, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$40K/yr - $48K/yrRowan College at Gloucester County is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about building and construction. The Inspector Trainee will assist certified building inspectors in performing technical inspections of various systems in buildings and structures, while also learning about code enforcement and compliance.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Trains in and assists the certified building inspector who performs residential, commercial, industrial building and structure, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for compliance with the USBC, County ordinances, and related state laws
Learns the electronic permitting system to prepare and complete inspection reports and plans review checklists; maintains all necessary reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work
Learns effective enforcement of state and local building codes, issuing stop-work orders and pursuing other legal remedies, as necessary, to stop violations
Trains in and assists the certified building inspector who investigates complaints with regard to defective construction and work being done without a permit
Takes inspection requests over the telephone, in person, and from call-in line and prepares inspection request forms; testifies in court in code violation cases, as necessary
Attends and participates in meetings, with builders, contractors, material suppliers, and the general public
Reviews and studies Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBS), National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations as well as other County codes and ordinances to stay informed of changes in trade area(s) of expertise; attends training and completes necessary classes to pursue certifications to progress to Building Inspector I
Answers telephone; receives inquiries and provides information or refers inquiries to appropriate personnel
Trains and assists the certified building inspector during disaster assessments
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possession of a high school diploma/GED
Basic knowledge of building construction
Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards
Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination. Employee may be subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure he/she meets job-related physical requirements
Benefits
Health care coverage
Leave program
Retirement benefits
Company
Rowan College at Gloucester County
Rowan College at Gloucester County (RCGC) is a unique collaboration between formerly Gloucester County College and Rowan University offering students a direct, cohesive route to a bachelor's degree with easy transfer of credits.
Founded in 1966
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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