Operates City equipment including vehicles, trucks, phones, and computers.
Confers with contractors, architects, engineers and others regarding inspection requests, building codes, installation plans, inspection results, etc.
Enters inspection data into hand-held computer terminal; prepares required reports.
Plans daily inspection route; coordinates inspection schedule with other inspectors.
Reads and refers to various code manuals.
Maintains on-call status for emergencies as designated by his/her supervisor.
Investigates complaints of reported existing hazardous conditions; interviews complainants, owners, and operators of allegedly polluting equipment and facilities; and, when necessary, requests or orders corrections.
Maintains and files all necessary forms, records and reports on inspections.
Attends training classes and seminars to gain a better understanding of code related issues and knowledge; studies for tests for certifications.
Interprets and reviews construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with building codes; writes violation notices for noncompliance with codes.
Confers with other inspectors on questions of departmental policies and other inspection problems.
Answers telephone and greets visitors; receives inquiries and provides information pertaining to inspections and construction permits, or refers caller to proper person.
Maintains training and certifications issued by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Training and Certification Office; attends training classes and seminars as needed and required.
Makes copies of documents; maintains City vehicle as needed.
May conduct inspections of the installation of electrical systems and related equipment to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code; conducts other building inspections as needed.
May call local electric utility company as needed.
May conduct field inspections for structural construction of buildings. Conducts fire damage inspections; checks fire systems to ensure code compliance.Conducts other inspections as needed.
May review data on new construction materials.
May assist the Department of Planning and Community Development service technicians concerning scheduling inspections, greeting visitors, issuing permits, and answering telephones.
May conduct C.O. inspections with the Fire Marshall.Inspects mobile homes and industrial units to ensure compliance with USBC.
May review construction plans and specifications, and inspects new installations, alterations and repairs of mechanical (H.V.A.C.) equipment, ordering changes as necessary, so as to enforce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code governing minimum standards and requirements of new installations, alterations, repairs and materials used.
May inspect plumbing installation projects so as to enforce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code governing minimum standards and requirements of new installations, alterations, repairs and materials used.
May inspect plumbing projects to ensure compliance with approved plans and construction and safety practices; examines facilities for quality of design, materials and workmanship.
May review plumbing installation plans and instructs or advises contractors, property owners, developers, etc., as necessary.
Performs other related duties as required.