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Commercial Building Inspector, City of Columbia

Job Category
Code Enforcement
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
7:40 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Job Duties

Schedules and inspects new construction, alterations and repairs of residential, commercial and other structures to ensure structural safety and compliance with building codes. Inspects existing structures for compliance with life safety, mechanical, electrical and plumbing codes in order for business licenses to be issued.

Prepares inspection reports; prepares and issues notices of correction and stop work orders as necessary.

Explains, interprets and provides guidance regarding applicable codes and compliance requirements to contractors, engineers, architects, developers, property owners.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with five years of relevant prior experience.

Certified or be able to be certified within one year from date of hire or promotion by the International Codes Council as a Commercial Inspector (B2) and one additional certification (Plumbing P2, Mechanical M2 or Electrical E2) and S.C. Building Codes Council registration.

Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

Pay Info
$49,720 annually
How to Apply

Please visit the City's website at https://columbiasc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2679?c=columbiasc to view the posting and apply.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.