Description

• This position is responsible for enforcing the applicable building codes within the boundaries of unincorporated Elbert County; performing inspection work to ensure that residential construction is in compliance with applicable codes; inputting inspection and permit data into the database; working with other department staff to take on additional duties as they arise. Compensation range is $24.40-$46.83 hourly.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect all construction work for which a building permit is required.
• Inspect new buildings, additions to and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with all editions of all currently adopted editions of the County Building Codes.
• Inspect building projects to ensure construction proceeds in accordance with plans approved with the building permit.
• Read and interpret adopted codes, technical manuals, drawings, instructions, and specifications as related to construction projects.
• Notify contractor/builder of code violations with a written compliance report at the time of inspection.
• May check that all required special inspections/test reports are performed and reviewed for certification and completeness.
• Work with computer and building/planning software to schedule inspections and update the computer with the results of inspections performed. 
• Follow up on re-inspection requests and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate existing buildings for hazardous conditions and initiate abatement, on a complaint basis, as witnessed and discovered in the field and as directed.
• Study technical literature and attend meetings to keep current on applicable codes and code changes as they occur.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with co-workers, builders, applicants, and other inspectors.
• Investigate building code and zoning violations as witnessed and discovered in the field and as directed.
• Maintain daily record of all inspections; Maintain daily record of all building code and zoning violation inspections and activities.
• Maintain regular office hours, support and back up the front office, and respond to calls promptly.
• May act as CBO in CBO’s absence.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or GED plus three to five (3-5) years of experience or equivalent in architecture, engineering, contractor or superintendent of construction or any combination.

Special Requirements

• I.C.C. Certified Residential Combination Inspector (R-5) is preferred.
• Elbert County will consider candidates who hold an I.C.C. Building Inspector (B-5).
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License with a clean driving record.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Must have a thorough knowledge of modern building construction methods and practices, structural design, and building codes.
• Knowledge of and experience with plan review.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and violations and recommend corrective measures during field inspection work
• Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, consistency, tact, and courtesy in field inspection work
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain calm, objective, and impartial under stressful conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, contractors, and the general public
• Ability to understand complex plans, blueprints, and specifications and compare them with construction in progress.
• Comfortable working with technology and database software; experience with BluePrince preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work is performed frequently in field settings, but thorough and regular reporting of time and activities is required. Considerable outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Seasonal, inclement weather is common.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Grade Scale: At All Times/Frequency/Occasionally/Never

Driving: Frequently                        

Climbing Stairs: Frequently

Balancing: Frequently

Climbing Ladders: Frequently

Bending/Stooping: Frequently 

Reaching at Shoulder Level: Frequently

Twisting: Frequently 

Reaching below Shoulder Level: Frequently

Squat/Crouching: Frequently 

Reaching above shoulder level: Frequently

Kneeling: Frequently                    

Standing/Walking: Frequently

Crawling: Frequently      

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate to loud in the field.