Certified Building Official , City of Tega Cay
Under occasional supervision, conducts routine inspections of building construction to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, related codes and City ordinances. Work involves interpreting codes as requested by contractors and the public; enforcing City codes/ordinances; conducting inspections; issuing letters, notices of violations and court summonses; presenting cases of violation to the Municipal Judge; and enforcing the City's zoning ordinance. Reports to the Development Services Director.
Explains, interprets and provides guidance regarding applicable codes and compliance requirements to contractors, engineers, architects, developers, property owners and others. Plans and conducts routine inspections of commercial and residential building construction to ensure compliance with City, county, state and federal codes and regulations concerning zoning setbacks, footings, slabs, framing, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, fireplace, insulation and substandard housing guidelines. Reviews architectural drawings for code compliance and conducts plan reviews.
Maintains thorough and accurate records of inspections; meets with contractors and owners regarding inspection results; makes recommendations for changes as necessary to achieve compliance; follows up to verify that corrections have been made to comply with codes. Issues violation notices and prepares cases for prosecution in the event of non-compliance; testifies in court as necessary.
Requires an associate's degree, vocational or technical degree, or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with an emphasis in building construction, engineering technology, drafting, building trade(s) or a closely related field, supplemented by two years as a Certified Building Official, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess S.C. Building Codes Council registration and other certifications as required by the ICC. If not previously certified, the ability to obtain within the timeframes outlined as required by the S.C. Building Codes Council under the provisional registration.
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