Building Inspector/Plans Examiner - Deerfield Beach, FL

Description

• Performs general administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records and reports, code compliance complaints, correspondence, etc.
• Inspects buildings and other facilities for compliance with the Florida Building Code and all other related regulations as required by the supervisor.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other department personnel, property/home owners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, general public, etc.
• Receives and responds to inquiries from homeowners/property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc., regarding codes and review procedures.
• Prepares and maintains all required records and reports.
• Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing.
• Prepare written and electronic reports and issue notices of correction
• Enforces and explains pertinent sections of the applicable codes.
• Reviews permits for residential and commercial to ensure that they conform to the applicable codes.
• Researches problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance.
• Conducts examination of building permit applications, including blueprints, specifications, surveys, product approvals and shop drawings and all other required documents for compliance with the Florida Building Code and other regulations relating to building construction.
• Issues verbal and written notices of code violation and citations for code violations.
• Meets with design professionals, contractors and other interested parties to discuss technical code issues which arise during the plan review process.

Requirements

• State of Florida Inspector License (BN) in building, or
• Licensed General Contractor’s for a minimum of five (5) years; and
• Must have knowledge of the Florida Building Code and other regulations pertaining to construction and development.
• Ability to understand and interpret codes and evaluate project proposals and projects under construction to verify conformance with code requirements.
• ICC Residential & Commercial Plans Examiner and/ or Inspection certification in building; and
• Recognize, evaluate and properly resolve unique problems or situations
• State of Florida Plan Review License (PX) in building; or
• Maintains high ethical, honesty and moral standards.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance