Responsible for inspecting commercial and residential construction to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and building and municipal codes. Conducts inspections of structures and materials; reviews and interprets plans; identifies code compliance issues and violations; prepares and maintains reports; meets with contractors, builders and homeowners, and enforces local, state and federal codes, laws and regulations; responds to complaints received by the public; participates in th... more details
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for inspecting commercial and residential construction to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and building and municipal codes. Conducts inspections of structures and materials; reviews and interprets plans; identifies code compliance issues and violations; prepares and maintains reports; meets with contractors, builders and homeowners, and enforces local, state and federal codes, laws and regulations; responds to complaints received by the public; participates in the development of educational materials; and maintains applicable databases.
Benefits Overview
3 weeks of vacation per year after the first year (2 weeks of vacation during the first year)
Medical insurance is provided at no cost to the employee
Dental and vision insurance is offered
Pet insurance is offered for your four-legged friend
Supplemental insurance is offered
$25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
12 days city observed paid holiday leave
16 hours of paid personal days each year
Tuition reimbursement available for up to $2,000 per fiscal year
Retirement plan includes a 7% contribution of an employee's gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a city contribution match of 2 to 1
Longevity pay in the amount of $7.50 per month, per year of service paid annually each December
Employee Fitness Center
Our City Mission: To provide exceptional services that create and sustain a safe, livable, and vibrant community.
Our City Vision: Building a better tomorrow together by cultivating a City that is financially strong, with a thriving economy, quality infrastructure, and dynamic culture.
Our Core Values: Rtown THRIVES
Teamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and unity among our citizens, leaders, and our own staff to achieve common goals and enhance the well-being of our community.
Hometown: We cherish and preserve the unique character and history of our town, creating a sense of belonging for all who call it home.
Respect: We promote a culture of mutual respect, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of every individual in our diverse community.
Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our actions and decisions.
Vision: We embrace innovation and forward-thinking ideas to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Rosenberg while preserving our historic past
Employees: We strive to maintain a healthy work culture that places an emphasis on physical and mental well-being so our employees can perform to their full potential.
Service: We are committed to delivering superior services and continuously improving to meet the needs of our community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Inspects residential and commercial buildings and structures for compliance
Reads and interprets plans and codes
Approves or denies installation or construction
Inspects on-site electrical, building, plumbing, gas and mechanical work for conformance with City codes; enforcing City ordinances
Inspects work for compliance with plans, specifications and approved shop drawings and verifies location of key components
During construction, inspects building material and construction procedures
Reviews building permits and blue prints for new construction, additions, swimming pools, and remodeling by evaluating permits to determine code requirements; reviewing case history; approving or denying permits; and approving corrective action plans
Investigate citizen complaints concerning violations of building codes and ordinances; makes independent judgments and sound recommendations based on findings
Prepares and issues code violation notices, advising owner and contractor of necessary corrective action and following through for compliance
Provides feedback to site owners and construction personnel, identifying violations, and preparing correspondence and reports
Manages special projects consulting with architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the general public regarding codes, plan reviews, and inspection findings
Reviews plans related to design, construction and installation regarding building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing
Reviews plans for compliance with mechanical, electrical, and structural codes, and City Code of Ordinances
Demonstrates effectiveness in dealing with contractors and architects and engineers in enforcing the contract documents and upholding the City's best interest
Assists the Code Enforcement Division as needed
Writes thorough reports that document and detail a factual, chronological history of the construction, including problems that occur, inspection results and other pertinent project data
Provides administrative support by gathering information and completing requests, answering phones, entering data into the database, and maintaining inspection logs and records
Maintains a project file, including plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, change orders and important correspondence
Performs other job duties as required or assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Documentary evidence of graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the General Educational Development Test
Training and experience using a personal computer with Microsoft Office
Grade 7/B24-B31
Building Inspector I: First level in series.
Two (2) years of experience in building, construction or a closely related field
International Code Council (ICC) certified as a Combination Residential Inspector, consisting of four (4) certifications must be obtained within twenty four (24) months of employment. And at least two (2) of the four (4) certifications must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment
Residential Building Inspector – B1
Residential Electrical Inspector – E1
Residential Mechanical Inspector – M1
Residential Plumbing Inspector – P1
Grade 8/B25-B32
Building Inspector II: Second level in series.
Three (3) years of experience in building, construction or a closely related field
ICC certified as a Combination Residential Inspector
Texas State Plumbing Inspector’s License
Grade 9/C41
Building Inspector III: Third level in series.
Five (5) years of experience in building, construction or a closely related field
ICC certified as a Combination Residential Inspector
Texas State Plumbing Inspector’s License
Grade 12/C44-C51
Building Inspector IV: Fourth level in series.
Seven (7) years of experience in building, construction or a closely related field
Texas State Plumbing Inspector’s License
ICC certified as a Combination Residential Inspector
ICC certified as a Combination Commercial Inspector or Master Plumber
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class C Texas Driver's License
Reliable transportation and liability insurance
Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment checks:
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