The Residential Inspector will perform technical building inspections to enforce compliance with building codes, regulations and ordinances.  This position reports to the Florida Business Unit Manager and is subject to annual performance evaluations.  This inspector will cover the Northeast Florida region which includes Volusia, Flagler, and St. Johns Counties.

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, and responsive, fair, courteous, as well as respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment
• Inspect commercial, industrial and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.  Inspections include foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, plumbing, heating and electrical installations and a large variety of other complex and routine building system elements.  Depending on specific assignment, inspectors may also issue notices for violation upon failed inspections and may be responsible for approving the issuance of building permits.
• Examine plans and specifications of new construction, additions and alterations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Respond to code related questions from developers, builders, contractors, and/or property owners.
• Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the public in the field and office; explain and interpret building requirements and restrictions
• Read, research, and objectively explain and interpret building code requirements along with other laws pertaining to regulation of buildings, and tactfully communicate, orally and in writing, with staff and/or clients, while maintaining effective relationships
• Maintain files and reports regarding inspection and/or plan review activities and findings
• Attend and participate in meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Requirements:

• Florida State Residential Inspector License
• Maintenance of a valid Florida Driver’s License
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and the International Code Council.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of general office equipment- copier/fax/scanner, phone
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• High energy level and able to work in a fast paced environment

Computer Skills:

Basic knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, document and database software (MS Office, Excel, Access, Adobe Acrobat).  Knowledge of Building Permitting and Plan Review software such as Accela, TrakIt, Amanda, BlueBeam, OnBase, etc… is preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work outdoors and will be exposed to dust and noise.  The employee will need to sit, stand, walk, or climb (ladders, etc…) for long periods of time.  The employee will need to be able to see details of objects and distinguish between colors and shapes.  The employee will need to coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.  The employee must be able to hear sounds, recognize the difference between sounds, and determine from which direction a sound came.  At times, it might be necessary to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.  The employee will be required to remain alert at all times.

Pay Range:

The base pay for this position is $70,000 annually.  Additional increases are calculated based on experience and the number of active DBPR Licenses.  Bureau Veritas also offers an attractive benefit package, including company vehicle.