Inspector

• Conduct in-progress and final on-site inspections of residential, commercial, and complex construction work
• Inspect footings, foundations, rebar, concrete, masonry, fire sprinkler and alarm systems, framing, fire-resistive construction, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, insulation, roofing, and related work
• Interpret and enforce applicable building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, energy, land-use, and County codes
• Issue approval, correction, and stop-work notices
• Verify manufacturer specifications and installation of appliances and products
• Inspect zoning setbacks, grading, soil characteristics, occupancy, egress, addressing, energy compliance, and emergency vehicle access
• Enforce conditions imposed by the department or other County agencies
• Inspect Factory Assembled Structure installations and verify installation and certification requirements
• Review routine residential construction plans and secure required revisions
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, staff, officials, and outside agencies
• Investigate public complaints and resolve or refer alleged code violations
• Prepare records, reports, case files, and affidavits for enforcement actions
• Provide testimony in court and legal proceedings
• Authorize minor as-built variations when safety and function are not compromised
• Provide technical and educational information on code requirements, permits, plans, and interpretations
• Mentor and assist Building Inspector 1 and specialty inspector staff
• May support permit processing and commercial plan review
• Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations and legislative processes

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