Senior Building Inspector

Salary : $5,076.51 - $7,305.22 Monthly
Location : Cedar Park, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202300167
Department: Development Services
Division: Building Inspections
Opening Date: 12/18/2023
Closing Date: 1/26/2024 5:00 PM Central
The City of Cedar Park
The Position
The City of Cedar Park has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Building Inspector. Reporting to the Chief Building Official in the Development Services department, the successful candidate will meet the requirements for a Senior Building Inspector. The primary focus will be to inspect residential and commercial construction ensuring structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical compliance with approved permits. Additionally, this position is responsible for the review of various building plans and permit applications to ensure compliance with city zoning, building and other related codes.
Cedar Park is a well-organized city offering great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including:City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; a down-to-earth casual environment and dress code; and a positive team-oriented culture. This is an excellent time to join our team and truly make an impact in our local community!!!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Makes onsite inspections during all phases of construction to ensure compliance with various codes, including those published by the International Code Council (ICC) and the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA);
• Assists Inspector I's and/or is assigned more complex inspections requiring additional experience or knowledge to complete;
• Provides mentoring and coaching to Inspector I positions;
• Reviews construction documents to verify compliance with currently adopted codes and local ordinances;
• Maintains computer records and reports concerning inspections, licenses, permits, certificates, etc.;
• Consults with engineers, architects, builders, and contractors to discuss plans and compliance with various codes;
• Compiles information and writes departmental reports and correspondence;
• Investigates complaints of unsafe, uninhabited, and unsanitary structures;
• Answers questions in person, on telephone and via email regarding zoning, building ordinance compliance, and citizens' complaints;
• Provides customer service to other departments and public as needed;
• Performs onsite license checks of plumbers, electricians and others that are required to be licensed under city ordinance or State and Federal Law;
• Provides clerical support to fulfill staffing needs as assigned by the Chief Building Official;
• Distributes literature and/or answers questions regarding available public services in the area; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus five (5) years inspection experience; municipal experience preferred.
Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record; and
• Plumbing Inspectors License required and issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners plus certification by the International Code Council (ICC) for assigned areas of inspections or as deemed appropriate by the Department Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of: technical aspects of building inspections, building codes, and city ordinances; construction, plumbing, electrical systems, framing, foundation, and heating and air conditioning systems; contractor licensing requirements; and state and federal regulations and guidelines relative to the city's building inspection requirements.
Skill/Ability to: operate light trucks, passenger vehicles; climb ladders and stairs and traverse the type of uneven ground typically found on construction sites in all weather conditions; interpret and communicate to others zoning laws, building codes, and other related statutes; read and interpret detailed blueprints; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; use standard office equipment including copiers and multi-line phone systems; operate computer using standard word processing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees, commissions and boards, state and local government agencies, contractors, builders, and the general public.
Supplemental Information
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Chief Building Official in the Development Services department
Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
Other: Works closely with Planning and Public Works departments; Fire Marshal's office and Code Compliance Officers; state and local government agencies; contractors; and the general public
Key Highlights about the City of Cedar Park!
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant community of 83,296 consistently ranked by the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest growing communities in the Austin metro. Named for a popular park and rail stop in the late 1800s, Cedar Park is now home to two professional sports teams, the Texas Stars AHL hockey team and the Austin Spurs NBA G-league basketball team, as well a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. Cedar Park has several rankings by a variety of sources as one of the Best Cities for Families and one of the Safest Cities in Texas.
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.
Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
The City is an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to each employee and applicant for employment. The City affirms its commitment that there shall be no discrimination against applicants or employees because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other protected status.
The City of Cedar Park strives to provide the best quality of life for its employees, the City provides a number of opportunities for all regular full-time employees to participate in group medical, dental, life insurance and long-term disability programs. Retirement options are provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Other programs such as paid vacation time, deferred compensation and educational assistance are also offered. Click here to view our
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Which best describes your level of education?

• I have not completed High School or its equivalent
• I have a High School diploma or equivalent
• I have attended a Technical/Trade School
• I have an Associates degree
• I have a Bachelor's degree

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Do you possess an ICC Residential Combo Inspector Certification?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Plumbing Inspector License issued by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners?

• YES
• NO

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Please select which of the following certifications you possess:

• Commercial Inspector
• Energy Inspector
• Commercial
• Commercial Plumbing
• Commercial Electrical
• None of the above

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Do you possess inspection (or related) experience in a municipality?

• Yes
• No

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