Purpose
Performs technical inspection of all construction projects within the City of Kingsport to ensure compliance with appropriate building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes. Assists in enforcement of city codes, ordinances, and structures unfit for human habitation.
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.
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