Construction Codes Inspector-Plumbing (Development Services)

Salary: 

Min: $56,451.20 

Mid: $77,646.40

Max: $98,841.60

 

Job Overview

Performs technical work in the inspection of building construction or the installation of plumbing, electrical, gas systems or mechanical equipment construction, alterations, and repair, and enforces construction regulations in compliance with state and county codes.

Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:

• Inspects existing buildings for structural, plumbing, electrical, and/or mechanical compliance with codes.
• Performs inspections of construction, installations and repairs, and issues notices of code violations applicable to the trade in accordance with the Florida Building Codes and Hillsborough County Construction Ordinance.
• Inspects building and site construction and the installation of plumbing, electrical, or gas systems or mechanical equipment for compliance with state and county codes, laws and ordinances.
• Inspects construction sites for general compliance with zoning, flood, and other site requirements.
• Ensures that projects comply with Florida Accessibility Code, Life Safety Codes and the Florida Energy Code.
• Inspects all work upon completion and signs permit giving final approval.
• Assesses code inspection complaints and takes appropriate action.
• Makes routine and periodic inspections of assigned area to check for violations and hazardous conditions.
• Testifies before the Board of Adjustment and Appeals or in a court of law when subpoenaed.
• Prepares and submits reports of buildings in violation of building, plumbing, mechanical or electrical codes.
• Trains lower-level Building Inspectors in their initial inspection duties and procedures.
• Answers questions from the public pertaining to building issues.
• Reviews plans and specifications for building permits, checking for compliance with current state of Florida Building Codes and Hillsborough County Construction Ordinance.
• Reviews plans and specifications for proposed construction of buildings and building improvements.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of State and local codes and laws governing building construction or mechanical, electrical, gas or plumbing system construction and installation.
• Knowledge of federal and state accessibility requirements for commercial, industrial, and residential construction.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of inspection methods and procedures, and knowledge of OSHA construction site safety requirements.
• Knowledge of the materials and methods used in general building construction.
• Knowledge of the applicable building trade and of stages of construction when possible defects and violations may most easily be observed and corrected.
• Ability to use a computer and related software.
• Ability to understand established building codes in the applicable trade.
• Ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to read and interpret complex building/construction plans, diagrams, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, contractors, engineers and the general public.
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving efforts and