City of San Angelo hiring COMBINATION INSPECTOR (BUILDING PERMITS & INSPECTIONS) in San Angelo, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

Position will be open until filled.GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, inspects structures, installations and systems at residential and commercial buildings and construction sites to assure compliance with applicable state and local regulations and standards, and investigates complaints for code violations.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Administers the Short-Term Rental and Bed and Breakfast program for compliance with Zoning ordinance and the Hotel Occupancy Taxes.
• Enforces zoning requirements such as but not limited to zoning, Planned Developments, conditional uses, and special uses.
• Inspects residential and commercial building project electrical systems built, altered, or repaired to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Reviews plans and specifications to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection.
• Notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to supervisor.
• Interprets City ordinances and safety codes, and issues notices of violation; maintains communications with developers and builders on commercial and residential inspection projects.
• Maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and project files.
• Provides customer service; answers questions and concerns related to City ordinances and safety codes and all other requirements.
• Investigates citizen complaints, and coordinates effective resolution of conflicts and disagreements; interprets, applies and explains City codes and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; provides technical information to City staff as authorized; provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND two year's journeyman/foreman-level in experience of general construction; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Licensing in a building trades specialty with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is required; depending on the needs of the City, incumbent may be required to obtain additional technical certifications; Inspector certifications are preferred.
• Ability to obtain Certified Code Enforcement Officer with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Required Knowledge Of

• City policies and procedures.
• Federal, state and local building, housing and safety codes and regulations.
• Methods and techniques of inspecting a variety of buildings and facilities.
• Government regulatory agencies and specialized sources of building safety information.
• Principles and practices of urban and regional development and land use.
• Principles and practices of the construction industry and building trades.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Required Skill In

• Interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations.
• Interpreting building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and zoning regulations, and comparing them with engineering drawings, plans, maps and specifications.
• Detecting deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
• Performing building inspections for compliance with building and safety codes.
• Organizing and managing technical records
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, construction professionals, other agencies and the general public.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, with frequent visits to outdoor construction sites.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.