Inspector III; Renovations Team

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Please apply by: 3/25/26

Salary Range: $27.57 - $38.46 hourly. This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Perform the most complex of residential and commercial inspections for compliance with all applicable building codes. This lead position is responsible for reviewing plans, approving construction documents, and issuing permits; may perform investigations in response to fires or public complaints; and may also assist staff with inspections issues and answer questions.

• Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
• Issue notices of violations, including stop work orders and follows-up to ensure issue has been addressed.
• Investigate complaints about potential code violations and conducts research on inspection history as needed.
• Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, town planners and other individuals throughout the course of the design and construction of projects.
• Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports.
• Provide advice to design professionals, town planners, homeowners, the public and contractors regarding code compliance, applicable procedures, and other related issues.
• Serve on committees, task forces, and other teams as requested.
• Make sure that customer solutions, practices, and procedures are carried out and achieve their objectives.
• Complete assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule.
• May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents.
• As applicable, provide front office support, which may include answering telephones and providing information to callers; periodically staffing service points that require in-person interactions with customers or staff; and/or, performing other related activities.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of three years of inspection experience or five years in a construction trade.
• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree in related field. Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted:
  Yes.

• Ability to obtain a Level III certification in at least one construction trade or Level I or higher certification in four construction trades within one year of hire.
• Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
• Requires County Driving Privileges.
• Some positions may require a Fire Inspectors/Investigator license or certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Planning or related field.

• Knowledge of all applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, zoning and related codes.
• Applicable…