BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF BROOKSVILLE:
20 days of PTO for the first year (unutilized hours roll over) and accrual increases with years of service
12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Flexible scheduling for participating departments
Florida Retirement System Pension and Investment Plan
Employer-paid health coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year!
JOB SUMMARY: This position involves performing technical inspections of building construction, alterations, and repairs to ensure compliance with established building codes, regulations, and safety standards. The role includes reviewing plans and specifications for construction projects, conducting on-site inspections, and identifying any potential issues or violations. The primary goal is to ensure that all construction activities meet safety, structural integrity, and legal requirements. The inspector will be responsible for issuing permits, providing guidance on code compliance, and collaborating with contractors, architects, and engineers to address any concerns or discrepancies during the construction process.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Inspects all building construction to ensure compliance with codes and regulations. Makes final inspection of building against approved plans to ensure compliance. Performs records maintenance, clerical work, and activity reports. Issues verbal and written instructions to contractors and other interested parties to correct building violations. Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the materials and methods used in general building construction.
- Knowledge of the building trade and of stages of construction when possible defects and violations may most easily be observed and corrected.
- Ability to understand established codes.
- Ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions.
- Ability to read and interpret building construction plans and specifications.
- Ability to enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
- Ability to maintain records and to prepare and submit reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, engineers, and the general public.
- Knowledge of construction codes.
- Knowledge of City ordinances and policies dealing with licensing.
- Knowledge of State statutes dealing with construction and licensing.
- Ability to operate a computer.