Building Inspector / Plans Examiner

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Building Inspector/Plans Examiner oversees every phase of construction from planning to completion to ensure compliance with the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code and City of Reading Ordinances. The Building Inspector/Plans Examiner has direct contact with both external and internal customers. The inspector must be able to interpret, explain, and implement as well as adapt to any changes made to the Codes and Ordinances.

Typical duties may include but not limited to:

• Review and approve construction permit submittal documents.
• Schedule and perform field inspections noting any violations of Codes or Ordinances as well as issuing permits for construction and or demolition.
• Assist developers, designers, and property owners with code-related problems, potential structure and building system hazards, and recommend abatement action.
• Draft and mail notices of violation, citations, condemnations, demolitions, and abatement orders.
• Maintain and submit records of field reports, inspection results, and plan reviews.
• Support other City departments as necessary.

Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Must possess current certifications for Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Building Plans Examiner under PA Uniform Construction Code (UCC).
• Must possess current ICC certifications for Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Building Plans Examiner
• Minimum 10 years work in construction trades; 5 years in a supervisory role a plus