The City of North Olmsted Building Department is seeking a Full Time Building
Inspector. The starting salary and job description are listed below. Qualified candidates
may mail or email their resume, salary history, references, and a completed City
application located on the City’s website under Human Resources Department.
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
City of North Olmsted
Department of Human Resources
5200 Dover Center Road
North Olmsted, Ohio 44070
e-mail: vanschoork@north-olmsted.com
EOE
CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Working under general direction, is responsible for performing building and zoning
inspections to ensure compliance with State and City building and zoning laws and
regulations. The incumbent reviews plans, provides advice to contractors about code
provisions, inspects work done on site, and may, in the cases of non-compliance, order a
stop to work.
QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:
High school or GED equivalent supplemented by a certification from the Ohio Board of
Building Standards as a State of Ohio – Building Inspector (required); Electrical Safety
Inspector or Plumbing Inspector from Ohio Board of Building Standards are preferred.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License; must remain insurable under the City’s vehicle
insurance policy.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all
inclusive:
Personal computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business
office equipment (includes software).
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING
CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g.,
toner, correction fluid, etc.); occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl on even and uneven surfaces; occasionally required to lift, carry, push, or pull
objects 25 1bs. or less, but which may require lifting up to 50 lbs. or more. Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is
considered light work.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:
JOB DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:
- Conducts inspections of construction or upgrading projects in order to ensure
compliance with applicable building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes and
regulations (inspects equipment, materials, methods, and construction quality;
checks size and depth of footings; inspects soil for suitability for foundations;
checks construction, demolition and repair of buildings for safety from fire and
collapse and for height and area requirements; etc.); enforces all applicable
building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes; identifies code violations;
recommends corrective measures for compliance with code; issues stop work
orders; etc. - Reviews plans, blueprints, specifications, and other project documentation in order
to evaluate applications for building permits and to ensure compliance with state
and local building codes, National Electric Code, plumbing code, zoning code and
other applicable requirements; consults with planners, architects, engineers, and
others regarding project compliance; issues construction permits for approved
plans; prepares and maintains records, reports, and other documentation related to
the operation of the department; etc. - Communicates with contractors or homeowners regarding the requirements of
applicable codes and ordinances; provides information to builders and others
regarding requirements of law; etc. - Authorizes the issuance of permits for building, plumbing, electrical and other
applicable installations; makes final inspections of completed buildings to provide
occupancy approval. - Maintains records related to inspections conducted and permits issued in
accordance with department rules.
6 Performs any duties assigned by the Department Director, Building
Commissioner, Assistant Building Commissioner, or Building Department
Coordinator. - Maintains required licensures and certifications.
- Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable PERRP (Public Employment
Risk Reduction Program) safety standards that pertain to essential functions. - Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (indicates developed after employment) Knowledge of: City policies and procedures; department goals and objectives;*
department policies and procedures;* Ohio Building Code; Residential Code of Ohio;
City building code and ordinances; building principles and techniques; plumbing
systems; electrical systems; inspection techniques; National Electrical Code; code
enforcement procedures; safety practices and procedures; local geographic area; Munis
Building Modules.*
Skill in: typing; data entry; computer operation; use of modern office equipment.
Ability to: carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; deal with problems
involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data,
establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; exercise independent judgment and
discretion; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; read and interpret manuals,
reference materials, plans, blueprints and other reports/records; maintain records
according to established procedures; prepare accurate documentation, memos, letters,
reports, correspondence; meet deadlines; communicate effectively; answer routine
telephone inquiries; resolve complaints; develop and maintain effective working
relationships; maintain confidential information; work under stressful conditions.
POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:
None
Salary Range
$31.70 per hour – $40.40 per hour
Annual clothing allowance $750.00
Employees occupying the position of Building Division Inspector, shall have at least
one State of Ohio certification as a Residential Building Official and Residential Plans
Examiner, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector or Electrical Safety Inspector. For
each additional State of Ohio certification as a Residential Building Official and
Residential Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector or Electrical
Safety Inspector, the employee shall receive an additional $1.50 per hour, not to exceed
an additional $3.00 per hour for employees with all three (3) certifications. Trainee
certifications shall not be considered additional certifications for the purpose of receiving additional hourly compensation.