Description
SUMMARY
This is skilled field and office work securing compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC), the Florida Fire Prevention Code, and associated City ordinances. Per the Florida Statute (FS), Chapter 468, it is the responsibility of the building code inspector to conduct inspections of construction, alteration, repair, remodeling or demolition of structures and the installation of building systems, when permitting is required to ensure compliance with the FBC. The building code inspector’s responsibilities must be performed under the supervision and authority of the Building Inspector without interference from any unlicensed person. Pursuant to Section 633.216, FS, a certified Fire Inspector shall perform in-service Fire Safety Inspections to ensure compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classifications by its emphasis on compliance inspecting, specialized knowledge of construction, Florida Building Codes, and Florida Fire Prevention Codes; and enforcement of these code requirements with contractors and owners, as well as, the exercise of individual discretion in the interpretation and enforcement of the code(s).
NOTE: The Inspector II classification is the second in a series of four Inspector classifications. The Inspector II must be certified as a Fire Inspector within two years of start date; and must possess a Standard Inspector license within two of the following four categories: Building, Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing. Inspectors may be assigned to conduct inspections in all areas for which he/she is licensed without respect to the assigned job classification level of Inspector I through IV.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Conducts on-site inspections for compliance with the FBC, Florida Fire Prevention Code, and associated City ordinances to ensure public health and safety.
Checks compliance with approved plans and specifications.
Explains, interprets and provides authoritative guidance regarding the FBC and Florida Fire Prevention Code within area(s) of responsibility to all the department’s clients including, but not limited to, architects, engineers, contractors, developers and property owners.
Determines if completed field corrections are code compliant.
Records inspection results and all related notes and information into the public record in a timely manner.
Prepares reports and maintains records of work performed for use by administrative and judicial authorities.
Issues correction notices and stop work orders.
Attends regularly scheduled continuing education programs required to maintain State certification requirements and keep current with technological changes and code changes.
Investigates complaints of code compliance, permitting and construction license violations.
Confers with a Chief Inspector or Building Official on difficult enforcement problems or specific code interpretation.
Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues directly with the department’s clients.
Confers with plan examiners on discrepancies between approved plans and actual field conditions and the structure of required inspections for complex projects.
Assures that contractors are licensed and bonded and have secured the proper permits.
Provides emergency inspection services during catastrophes to ensure public health and safety.
Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and must have five (5) years of trades related work experience in construction.
CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES
Licenses
Valid driver license required upon start date. Valid Florida driver license required within thirty (30) days of start date and at all times while employed in this position.
Current Florida Standard Inspector License in two of the following four categories: Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
Desirable to also be a State of Florida Standard Inspector for One and Two Family Dwelling.
Certifications
Certification as a Municipal Fire Inspector from the Florida State Fire College required within two (2) years of start date.