Description
The City of Powell is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Building Inspector to support the operations of the Building Department. This full-time position is responsible for conducting inspections of residential and commercial construction and performing thorough residential plan review ensuring compliance with the Ohio Building Code, the Residential Code of Ohio, and all applicable ordinances, standards, and regulations. This role is essential in protecting the safety of the public and supporting Powell’s commitment to high-quality community development.
Starting Salary
- $36.00 - $45.50 per hour (negotiable based on experience)
Hours
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for employees and eligible dependents, effective on day one (1) of employment.
- The City contributes up to 85% of the deductible to the employee's HSA account.
- Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave. Prior service credit is applied when calculating vacation accrual.
- Retention incentive pay after 4 years of continuous service.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage at one (1) times annual earnings (up to $100,000) provided at no cost.
- Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct inspections of commercial and residential construction, mechanical, and related installations to ensure compliance with State and local building codes.
- Perform detailed residential plan reviews of construction documents to verify compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Inspect buildings at various stages of construction, alteration, or repair for code compliance and safe construction practices.
- Perform inspections for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning projects and portions of residential and commercial construction projects.
- Check the quality of construction methods and materials.
- Record and log all inspection requests and results; post stop work orders when necessary.
- Issue warning citations and correction notices to ensure compliance.
- Review residential plans and specifications for conformity with building codes and regulations.
- Provide information and advice to contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, and the general public regarding the application of building codes.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required, associate’s degree in construction technology, construction management, or related field preferred.
- Certification (or ability to obtain): Building Inspector Certificate of Competency or Interim Certificate issued by the Ohio Board of Building Standards.
- Considerable experience in building inspection and plan review or construction supervision (including inspection recordkeeping), or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Thorough knowledge of the Ohio Building Code (OBC) and the Residential Code of Ohio (RCO).
- Possession of a valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance.
Why Join Us?
At the City of Powell, we take pride in fostering safe, well-designed, and high-quality neighborhoods and business districts. As a Building Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring that construction projects meet the highest safety and code standards, helping to shape the future of our growing community.
How to Apply
A complete job description and application are available on the City of Powell’s Employment Opportunities website at https://www.cityofpowell.us/About-Us/Careers.
Interested candidates should submit their resume to the Human Resources Department at jnahvi@cityofpowell.us.
The City of Powell is an Equal Opportunity Employer
