Building Inspector I - GT0733 - BUILDING INSPECTIONS
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: Building Inspector I
Position ID: GT0733-220100
Department/Division: Development Services/Building Inspections
Reports to: Building Inspector Supervisor
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: No
Definition: Responsible for performing field inspections related to all phases of building construction for compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
Essential Job Functions:
Performs Residential, Light Commercial and Certificate of Occupancy inspections on existing buildings
Maintains records, and submits daily inspection reports
Assists with landscape inspections at residential properties
Confers with contractors and general public to explain codes
Performs daily inspections relating to the Denton Development Code, IRC, IECC, NEC, and some IBC, IMC, IPC, and IFGC, as adopted and amended by the City of Denton in a fast-paced high
growth environment
Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
Additional Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Assists other City Departments as needed
Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
One year of experience in a skilled trade (framing, electrical, plumbing or mechanical)
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Knowledge of the International Building Codes and the National Electrical Code
Preferences:
Texas State Plumbing Inspectors License
Master or Journeyman Electrical license
Master or Journeyman Plumbing license
ICC Certified Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner
Additional Model Code Certifications
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license
and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Shall pass a physical examination
Shall pass the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners exam for a Texas State Plumbing Inspector’s license within 18 months of employment
Shall pass the ICC Certification exams to be a Residential Energy Code Inspector/Plans Examiner within 18 months of employment
Must be able to work overtime when requested and be available for on-call duty
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.Codes for “how
often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: M
Sitting: M
Walking: M
Lifting: A
Carrying: A
Pushing/Pulling: A
Overhead Work: A
Fine Dexterity: M
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: I
Bending: A
Twisting: A
Climbing: I
Balancing: I
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: E
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of a computer, cell phone, printer and telephone, measuring tape, level, testing devices, and the operation of a motor vehicle.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed primarily outside at inspection sites with some work in an office environment. Incumbent is exposed to high and low temperatures,
high humidity, fumes, gas, and dust.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
Effective Date: 3/5/2002
Revision Date: 8/31/2022