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Leon County Government · 4 weeks ago

Inspector/Plans Examiner Levels I-IV (Structural) (Career Path)

Boynton Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$29.65/hr - $37.06/hr

Leon County Government is responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. The Inspector/Plans Examiner will inspect construction, review permit applications, and enforce codes to ensure safety and compliance in various building projects.

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Responsibilities

Performs field inspections of new/existing buildings during the construction process for compliance with applicable building codes and ordinances; compares actual work to planned work to ensure compliance with approved construction plans; inspects new/remodeled single-family homes, multi-family homes, commercial buildings, industrial buildings, businesses, and accessory building and improvements

Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; follows up on code enforcement violations

Coordinates inspection activities with other departments, property owners, contractors, other inspectors, or other individuals

Investigates structural damage by fire, storm, or accident. Conducts post event damage assessment and provides field evaluation data for tracking and reporting. Issues unsafe structure notices; conducts re-inspection

Determines whether construction work passes or fails inspections; identifies violations of laws, codes, or regulations; identifies construction performed without a permit

Posts/issues violation notices, "not approved" notices, and correction notices as appropriate

Maintains documentation/records of inspection activities and violations

Reviews building permit applications, site plans, and construction documents for completeness and conformance with the applicable provisions of the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical codes; ensures that projects have approval from proper agencies; monitors status of pending applications

Provides information and technical assistance concerning building codes, technical requirements, permit requirements; explains the permit application process and associated fees to customers; assists applicants with applications; refers applicants to other departments to facilitate permit issuance; responds to complaints, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution

Determines whether submitted documents comply with applicable codes; writes permit review comments; calculates building fees and impact fees

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, comment reports, statistical reports, charts, or other documents

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, permit applications, architectural plans, blueprints, surveys, engineering reports, permits, maps, codes, ordinances, policies, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; maintains computerized files; utilizes word processing, database, or other software programs

Operates/utilizes a variety of equipment, tools, or instruments associated with field inspections, which may include a motor vehicle, scale, tape measure, testing instruments, or drafting instruments

Copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, and other related materials; makes microfilm copies; coordinates blueprint reprints

Prepares departmental files; locates, removes, and/or files documents; maintains file system of departmental records; prepares documents for microfilming

Performs research functions as needed; researches flood zone areas, zoning maps, zoning books, and past permits

Answers the telephone; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, city officials, code enforcement personnel, law enforcement personnel, architects, contractors, engineers, consultants, agents, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems

Attends meetings; serves on committees as directed

Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new materials, devices, products, and construction methods; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate

Assists in providing cross-training to inspectors in other specialties to establish and maintain conformity

Participates in hurricane and other disaster preparedness activities

Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed

Qualification

State of Florida Inspector LicenseState of Florida Plans Examiner LicenseState of Florida Professional Engineer LicenseBuilding codes knowledgePermit application reviewProblem resolutionResearch skillsTechnical assistanceCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

High school diploma or valid equivalent

Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Standard Inspector and Plans Examiner License or State of Florida Professional Engineer or Architect license, in one (1) of the following disciplines: Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, 1-2 Family; or meet the requirements from FS 468 for work experience and be eligible for a provisional Standard Inspector and Plans Examiner license in one (1) of the following disciplines: Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, 1-2 Family

Must obtain Standard Inspector and Plans Examiner License within one (1) year of employment. Failure to obtain the required Standard Licenses will result in demotion or termination

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license