Building Trades Inspector; Multi - Trade Inspector

Salary Range

Multi
- Trades Inspector I: $29.24–$43.85
Multi
- Trades Inspector II: $30.70–$46.05
Multi
- Trades Inspector III: $32.23–$48.35

This position conducts field inspections of installations, extensions or repairs to buildings and/or systems involving two or more trades, including mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems for single family residences and commercial establishments. Ensures compliance with relevant code.

Inspections Administrator

An incumbent may be designated as Multi-Trade Inspector I, II, or III depending on qualification, experience, and knowledge. Will be required to accept all training assigned.

• Primarily Building Inspector.
• Schedules and performs inspections of building systems to ensure compliance with state/local codes and policies.
• Accurately documents inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Provides technical advice to assist contractors and citizens in resolving building compliance problems.
• Schedules and performs inspections for other trades as needed to ensure compliance with local and state codes and policies.
• Reviews building plans for building system design to ensure compliance with local and state requirements.
• Continues obtaining certifications until Level III certified in all trades.
• Schedules certification courses when eligible.
• Schedules exams when eligible.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Performs inspections of residential and commercial building projects for compliance with North Carolina building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Reviews permit applications and plans; notes corrections to meet code standards.
• Accurately documents inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Answers inquiries by phone or in person.
• Researches building codes.
• Schedules and attends certification courses as they become available.
• Continues obtaining certifications until Level III certified in all trades.
• Schedules exams when eligible.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Performs inspections of residential and commercial building projects for compliance with North Carolina building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Accurately documents inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Reviews permit applications and plans; notes corrections to meet code standards.
• Answers inquiries by phone or in person.
• Researches building codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year’s experience in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Immediately applies for all 4 probationary certificates.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold all 4 level II standard certificates and probationary level III’s in each trade.
• Or hold a level III standard certificate in one trade and probationary I in all other trades.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold all 4 level III standard certificates.
• Knowledge of building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Knowledge of building inspection policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the city’s ordinances.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and standards.
• Skill in the interpretation and application of local and state policies, codes, and laws.
• Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
• Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

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