What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector (Building Code Compliance Team) position at City of Fort Lauderdale?
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The Development Service Department's Building Services Division seeks a Building Inspector for the Building Code Compliance Team.
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 posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The City reserves the right to extend or close the recruitment as needed.
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). EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 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.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com.
The Development Service Department's Building Services Division seeks a Building Inspector for the Building Code Compliance Team.
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 posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The City reserves the right to extend or close the recruitment as needed.
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). EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 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.
The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com.
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