City of Kingsport

Coordinates and schedules joint commercial certificate of occupancy inspections with Fire Marshal’s office;. Refers interpretative questions of codes to Chief Building Official for review and response to contractors and/or citizens;. Oversee subordinates in the absence of the Chief Building Official;. Education and Experience High school graduate or high school equivalent; plus, experience equivalent to five years’ full time construction work with responsibility as a foreman, inspection, superintendent or related background; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Construction or Engineering or closely related area may substitute for two years of construction work experience only.. ICC Certification required for position are:ICC Certification as Residential Building, Plumbing & Mechanical Inspector as required by T.C.A. 68-120-113, T.C.A. 68-120-118 and modified by State Fire Marshal’s Rules 0780-0216; ICC Certification as Property Maintenance & Housing inspector OR Residential Combination Inspector;

building inspector

Essential Functions Inspects residential, commercial and industrial projects throughout the various construction and/or remodeling phases for compliance to applicable city, State and Federal codes, regulations and/or ordinances including building, plumbing, electrical and gas;• Checks location of structure or additions against approved plans for compliance to city zoning ordinance for setbacks;• Inspects materials, workmanship, foundations, footings, and framing;• Coordinates and schedules joint commercial certificate of occupancy inspections with Fire Marshal’s office;• Refers interpretative questions of codes to Chief Building Official for review and response to contractors and/or citizens;• Enter inspection results, schedules inspections, completes inspection checklist in the field;• Issues certificate of occupancy when project is completed;• Attaches all necessary documentation to permit or code case;• Maintains records and files of project status through community development software;• Train and advise new inspectors;• Oversee subordinates in the absence of the Chief Building Official;• Review and approve residential plans for new construction, remodel, and additions; and• Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of the principles and techniques of building/construction inspection activities;Knowledge of all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations;Knowledge of City of Kingsport codes and policies regarding zoning, environmental restrictions and other regulations;Knowledge of acceptable safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial and residential projects;Knowledge and ability to utilize computer programs essential to job performance to include table usage in the field;Skill in working effectively in an environment subject to quickly changing priorities, constant interruptions, frequent exposure to varying environmental conditions as well as hazards of in-process construction;Skill in determining if construction plans/specifications conform with code requirements;Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, city personnel, and the public. Education and Experience High school graduate or high school equivalent; plus, experience equivalent to five years’ full time construction work with responsibility as a foreman, inspection, superintendent or related background; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Building Construction or Engineering or closely related area may substitute for two years of construction work experience only. ICC Certification required for position are:ICC Certification as Residential Building, Plumbing & Mechanical Inspector as required by T.C.A. 68-120-113, T.C.A. 68-120-118 and modified by State Fire Marshal’s Rules 0780-0216; ICC Certification as Property Maintenance & Housing inspector OR Residential Combination Inspector;

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