Description

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK:

These positions requires thorough knowledge of construction principles and practices, construction industry license laws, and technical codes derived from the Florida Building Code, and the International Code Council, Inc., now modified and adopted by the state as the Florida Building Code, including the mechanical and fuel gas codes published by the International Code Council, Incorporated. The positions require general knowledge of the applicable sections of the National Electrical Code, (N.F.P.A. 70), to inspect residential electrical installations.

These positions require valid licenses issued by State of Florida, Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board, under chapter 468 Florida Statutes, to perform, at a minimum, inspections for one or more trades regulated by the State or the ability to qualify for and obtain a provisional inspectors certificate(s) within 120 days of hire date.

These positions requires the ability to coordinate data, communicate with people and offer solutions to resolve issues. The inspector works under the direct supervision of the Building Official.  This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed with considerable independence and self-initiative. The Building Official is responsible for providing direction and code interpretations to the Building Inspector.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED OR ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following statement describes the principal functions of these jobs and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

Inspects new construction, alteration, mobile homes or repairs of buildings and other structures to ensure compliance with building codes, ordinances and zoning regulations for the protection of life and property, and the health, safety and general welfare of the public. 
Interprets building codes and associated construction regulations to contractors and property owners, and offers solutions to meet the necessary standards for compliance.
Performs evaluations of existing structures.
Performs code enforcement for construction without permits.
Performs code enforcement related to the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Programs.
Aids in the enforcement for construction industry Licensing Laws.
Maintains records of daily inspection.
Assists general public with building code related issues.
Maintains continuing education credits.
Conforms to the code of conduct as stated in the adopted personal manual.

Processes construction files, issues certificates of occupancy.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains county equipment in good condition and appearance. 
 

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.  Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Personal contact occurs with other employees of the office, employees of other county departments, citizens, contractors, architects, engineers, home owners and customers of the department. Service is provided in person, by telephone or by written correspondence.
        Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability or political affiliation.

        Ability to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organization or team goals rather than individual concerns. Includes the ability to build a constructive team spirit where team members are committed to the goals and objectives of the team.

        Ability to assist in post-storm – natural disaster assessment and recovery efforts as directed by the Levy County Emergency Operations Center

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Acceptable vision (with or without correction)
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, and ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work under stress with time constraints
 

Requirements

        High School Diploma or GED.

        Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver license with good driving record.

        See licensure included in this posting