Building Inspector III

JOB The Building Inspector III, under general supervision, conducts inspections in the field of new or existing construction to verify compliance with the North Carolina Building Codes. Inspects all phases of the installation and construction methods used. Responsible for communicating to the public interpretations and potential violations of the North Carolina Building Codes. Processes clerical work with daily inspection reports, worksheets, and other documentation as needed. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Building PositionsPerforms field inspections of building, plumbing, and mechanical installations in new, existing, or remodeled buildings, for conformance with safety standards, codes, and ordinances.Enforces the current adopted Building, Mechanical and Plumbing Codes of North Carolina.Inspects building, plumbing and mechanical installations during all phases of construction to ensure that these structures meet the requirements of the North Carolina Building Codes.Checks plans and specifications for building, plumbing, and mechanical installations.Performs public contact by phone with owners and contractors, giving interpretations and requirements regarding building code. Receives complaints regarding interpretation.Completes daily reports and daily work sheets.Checks files for proper permits and for proper inspections.Performs other related duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be physically able to operate a variety of equipment like telephone, calculator, electrical diagram, and other electrical tools. Must be physically able to operate a truck. Must be physically able to use hand tools, to climb, and to lift. Also required to walk to and though job sites, excavations, and constructions.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed in occupied dwellings as well as new structures under construction. Adverse weather conditions such as cold, heat and rain will be present on construction sites.