Posting Expires: Until Filled.

Salary Range: $58,977.96- $78,735.58

General Description and Classification Standards:

Performs inspections of residential and commercial structures to ensure compliance with applicable building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes. This role supports the safe construction, alteration, or repair of buildings and provides interpretation of codes to stakeholders.

Supervision Received:

Normally receives guidance regarding mission and unusual priorities but may independently set inspection schedules and field methodologies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Conducts inspections of commercial and residential construction projects.
• Examines all phases of construction including foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finishes.
• Verifies code compliance and issues corrective notices or stop work orders.
• Provides code guidance and interpretation to contractors, builders, and the public.
• Responds to field and office inquiries regarding inspections or requirements.
• May assist with plan reviews and scheduling field inspections.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

Knowledge of:

• Building construction standards, codes, and materials.

• Plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Code enforcement procedures.

Ability to:

• Inspect construction for code compliance.
• Interpret construction drawings and technical documentation.
• Provide customer service and explain code decisions.
• Work independently and manage daily inspection routes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience - High school diploma or GED required. Five (5) years of work experience as a building contractor or journeyman across disciplines.

Licensures and Certifications – 

Required:

Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Must possess a minimum of five (5) of the following certifications:

• ICC Residential Building Inspector

• ICC or IAPMO Residential Plumbing Inspector

• ICC or IAPMO Residential Mechanical Inspector

• ICC or IAEI Residential Electrical Inspector

• ICC Residential Combination Inspector

• ICC Commercial Building Inspector

• ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector

• ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector

• ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector

• ICC Commercial Combination Inspector

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO)

 

Preferred Requirements – Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field. Ten (10) years of construction/inspection experience, with at least five (5) years working on residential and commercial properties. State of Georgia General Contractor License.

Work Environment:

Field-based work with exposure to construction sites, weather, and physical hazards.

Lifting Requirements: 

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

Medium work:  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.