Building Inspector / Building Inspector Trainee

Building Inspector Or Building Inspector Trainee

The Development Service Department's Building Services Division / Building Code Compliance Unit seeks a Building Inspector or Building Inspector Trainee. The Building Inspector inspects building installations in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC), High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, laws, ordinances and other County, State and Federal regulations. This specific position is part of the Building Code Compliance Team.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

Inspects new and existing building permitted installations (and enforcement) in residential, commercial and industrial buildings within the city limits to ensure adherence to the FBC, High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, local laws and ordinances;

Confers with architects, engineers, general contractors, attorneys, property owners, and others regarding inspections, building materials and practices, and code enforcement matters;

Inspects alteration and repair jobs; checks roof and foundation connections for building additions;

Cites applicable codes to enforce compliance of the violation with corresponding building code and ordinances;

Issues Stop Work Orders for work without permits and posts unsafe structures;

Electronically prepares reports and maintains inspection records of work performed and properly enters inspection data, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems and equipment;

Posts Notices of Violation on properties, issues warning and citation notices of violation of City Ordinances and the FBC;

Performs related work as required.

Minimum requirements :

Have graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency.

Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Must be a Certified General Contractor (CGC), current and in good standing.

Must have or obtain a Florida Building Inspectors License, approved by the Broward County's Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) within one year of employment.

Required certifications and license must be kept current to continue employment in this class;

If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form to the online application.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and / or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and / or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand, and access heights or areas where limited space is available. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.