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Building Inspector II , City of Rock Hill

Job Category
Planning, GIS
Employee Status
Full Time
Job Duties

Prepares for inspections by reviewing building plans and designs; geotechnical reports; surveys; and electrical, plumbing and mechanical details. Refers to codes / laws / regulations, various trade publications and reference texts, architectural drawings, technical manuals, and safety manuals to ascertain situational code compliance as needed. Assists with interpreting building-related codes.

Thoroughly inspects commercial and residential building construction and renovations for compliance with applicable building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, accessibility and fire safety codes, as well as zoning ordinances and standards. Prepares inspection reports; prepares and issues notices of correction; stop work orders as necessary. Follows up on each case to verify corrections have been made to comply with codes. Communicates with contractors, engineers, architects, property owners and others to discuss inspection / permitting procedures and issues in person, by phone, and by email

Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding building code related issues and provides follow up. Attends training classes about customer service, zoning regulations, building codes, or computer software as needed to learn new systems and maintain continuing education. Maintains required continuing education credits for certifications. Performs additional duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications

Requires an Associate’s Degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in engineering, architecture, inspection, drafting, construction technology or related field. Requires four years in commercial and residential building inspection or closely related experience. The equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Ability to obtain the following certifications within two years of employment or until the expiration of the state provisional license:Residential Building Inspector by ICC, Residential Plumbing Inspector by ICC, Residential Electrical Inspector by ICC, Residential Mechanical Inspector by ICC, Commercial Building Inspector by ICC, Commercial Plumbing Inspector by ICC, Commercial Electrical Inspector by ICC, Commercial Mechanical Inspector by ICC, Valid Driver’s License

How to Apply

Click Here to apply or visit www.cityofrockhill.com, click on jobs and search "Building Inspector II (ERB) (49865)".

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Equal Opportunity Employer
This Notice is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the job. This is intended only to describe the general nature of the job. A more comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and essential job functions is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), or age.