WS - E - Tiffin Building Inspector II - Job Description - 3-17-23

City of Tiffin, Iowa Building Inspector II/Plans Examiner Adopted Page 2 Investigates special problems, technical data or other matters relating to structural inspection, files oral or written reports on same; Communicates with contractors and the general public, orally and in writing; Makes recommendations to improve section operations and procedures; Maintains manual and computerized inspection records. General: Attends staff meetings; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices, attends work regularly at the designated place and time; Supports continuous process improvement initiatives; Performs related work as required. Required Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of functions and operations of structural installations and systems in building construction; Knowledge of City Building codes and other laws and ordinances relating to structural installations in buildings; Knowledge of building safety standards; Skill in relating observations of conditions to building code provisions and safety standards; Ability to operate hand tools of the construction trades and motor vehicles; Ability to work under direction, exercising considerable discretion in execution of building inspection activities; Ability to operate a personal computer or other personal digital devices and related software of the City to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities; Ability to develop and use empathetic listening skills, communicate with clarity and maintain an attitude that conveys respect, assistance, honesty and resourcefulness; Ability to deal effectively with customer issues over the phone and in person; Ability to work cooperatively and to maintain effective working relationships to accomplish job responsibilities; Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Ability to utilize ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. Acceptable Experience and Training: High school diploma or GED is required. Two-year associates degree in building construction technology or related field is preferred. 7 years previous experience as a commercial building inspector & plans examiner is desiable. Valid Iowa Operator’s Driver’s License required throughout employment. Required Special Qualifications: Valid Drivers’s license for the State of Iowa. Certified Residential Plans Examiner (ICC) within 6 months of hire. Certified Commercial Plans Examiner (ICC) within 6 months of hire. Certified Commercial Mechanical Inspector (ICC) within 6 months of hire. Certified Commercial Electrical Inspector (ICC) within 6 months of hire. Certified Commercial Plumbing Inspector (ICC) within 6 months of hire.