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Louisville Metro Government

PR/B/M Inspector II

Louisville Metro Government, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspects residential and commercial buildings construction and installations of new or replacement HVAC systems for compliance with state codes and local ordinances.Reviews residential and commercial building plans for compliance with building and mechanical codes, land development codes and local ordinances; and approves or disapproves permit issuance.Issues violation notices and Certificates of Occupancy and prepares inspection reports.Explains building and residential codes, mechanical, land development and other applicable codes, and ordinances to the public and coworkers.Under general direction:Contacts and recommends connect or disconnect of service to utility company.Reviews architectural and engineering plans, blueprints and construction specifications of residential and commercial structures for compliance with building and mechanical code requirements, land development regulations and local ordinances.Conducts routine inspections of commercial and residential construction to enforce building and mechanical code requirements, land development regulations and local ordinances.Performs emergency inspections to determine if structures are safe, and recommends demolition of vacant or damaged structures when compliance has not been achieved.Provides technical assistance and instruction to coworkers, and the public concerning policies, procedures, codes, regulations, violations, permits and inspection requirements.Investigates and resolves complaints of violations of building and mechanical codes and local ordinances.Assists in training coworkers.Inspects heating, ventilation and air conditioning units, including ducts, vent pipes, and gas lines; enforce mechanical codes, regulations, and ordinances.Researches information, prepares correspondence and reports, maintains records and files and completes special projects.Performs related work.WORK EXPERIENCE

Two years of experience in design, building technology, architecture, engineering, or a directly related construction position, such as a foreman or lead man.EQUIVALENCY

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted but must include two years of design, building technology, architecture, engineering, or a directly related construction position, such as a foreman or lead man.OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.Must be on 24 hour call.Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA.Must work a varied schedule.Must be certified as a Building Inspector, Level III, in the State of Kentucky (815 KAR 7:070).PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work.Sufficient vision is needed to review detailed plans and blueprints and to inspect buildings.Sufficient mobility is needed to conduct inspections at locations with limited or difficult access.EOE

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