Code Enforcement​/Inspector

CLAS SUMMARY

This is the second and advanced journey level in a three level Code Compliance series. Incumbents perform inspections of residential and/or commercial buildings, materials and/or other applicable areas to ensure compliance with all local, state and/or federal regulations related to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, signs, landscaping, concrete work, pools, and parking requirements. Responsibilities may include: reviewing construction plan documents; conducting field inspections of applicable structures and/or materials and identifying violations;

identifying code compliance issues and offenses; preparing reports; enforcing applicable codes, laws and regulations; attending meetings; maintaining applicable databases; and/or, performing other related activities.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Valid Texas driving license required.
• Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) Inspector's License
• International Code Council (ICC) Certification(s)
• Licensed Code Enforcement Officer certification through Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

• Applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, regulations, policies, and;
• Basic investigation techniques;
• Construction and building maintenance principles;
• Basic inspection principles, practices, and procedures;
• Construction materials testing procedures;
• Surveying methods;
• Mathematical principles;
• Customer service principles;
• Computers and applicable software.

• Using computers and related software applications;
• Providing customer service;
• Conducting field inspections;
• Mediating hostile situations;
• Performing mathematical calculations;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations;
• Maintaining records;
• Surveying field sites;
• Reading and interpreting construction plans, drawings, specifications, and special provisions;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information.

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Medium Work:
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous physical conditions, such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibrations; atmospheric conditions, such as fumes, odors, gases, and poor ventilation; extreme temperatures; inadequate lighting; work space‑related movement restrictions; intense noise; and other environmental conditions, such as challenging behaviors, imminent danger, and threatening environments; incumbents may also be expected to travel.

In order to be hired, applicants will need to pass a background check, a drug screen, physical exam, and a reference check.