Multi-discipline Inspector

This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Community Development Director. Limited supervision, inspects residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures in all stages of construction, alteration, repair or demolition to assure compliance with applicable state and local regulations. Enforces building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and/or safety codes, laws, regulations and standards. This position entail mainly tasks that are technical and diverse in nature. Regular work hours are 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday which is 40 hours per week, schedule may be adjusted based on the needs of the department and supervisor. Extended hours may be required. Must be able to comply with flexible work schedules as established by supervisor or management.
This is a multi-disciplinary position. Persons working in this job category may function as a building inspector, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical inspector, or any and/or all disciplines. Inspection duties are dependent on State of NM CID tests taken and certifications obtained. Building inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial building systems. Electrical inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial electrical systems. Plumbing inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial plumbing systems. Mechanical inspectors examine residential, industrial and commercial mechanical systems. Inspectors perform inspections and reinspections throughout the construction process and approve inspections or issue corrections as needed. When the project is finished, they do a final, comprehensive inspection and provide written or oral feedback related to their findings.Essential Job Functions
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with code requirements. Communicates with architect or engineer regarding questions related to plans. Approves plans and issues appropriate permit.
• Inspects new construction, alteration, repair or demolition at residential, commercial and industrial projects to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Verifies materials used, and compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations. Documents deficiencies and deviations from plans and communicates requirements for correction with contractors, architects, engineers and owners. Refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to Building Official or Department Director.
• Issues violation notices and stop-work orders until building is compliant, keeps daily logs, including photographs taken during inspection, and verify alignment, level, and elevation of structures to ensure building compliance.
• Interprets Village codes and issues notices of violation. Analyzes practices and recommends improvements.
• Maintains, updates, and assures the accuracy of inspection records, project documentation and project files.
• Provides customer service. Answers questions and concerns related to codes and Village requirements. Including from walk-in customers at the counter. Return phone calls within 24 hours. Consults with contractors and homeowners concerning deficiencies with technical requirements. Investigates citizen complaints against contractors and coordinates effective resolution of conflicts and disagreements. Responds to requests for information. Provides technical information to Village staff as authorized. Provides general assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Other Responsibilities or Job Requirements

• Enters data into computerized database, creates permit records, and queries database and prints reports.
• Completes personal timesheet accurately and timely in the Employee Self Service software and ensures time is reported based on actual time worked.
• Ensures that any reports of harassment are immediately reported so appropriate actions are taken.
• Ensures computer is backed up once a month and adheres to IT Policies in place by the Village of Ruidoso
• Reports any suspected fraud and/or abuse to the Community Development Director or Deputy Village Manager or Village Manager.
• Ensures that any on-the-job injury is reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms and actions.
• Must maintain and keep all certifications current and be up-to-date on all new State Construction Codes and Local Ordinances.
• Good Customer Service skills are needed when working with homeowners and contractors to explain any deficiencies that are found and help customer or contractors understand what is needed to fix the discrepancy.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as needed.
• The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. As a condition of employment, employees are required to perform other related duties and special projects as assigned. Which includes other assigned duties as requested by the Village Manager/ Deputy Village Manager/ Community Development Director.

Physical Demands

• Ability to maintain physical condition and stamina appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time, driving and/or riding in vehicles.
• Ability to traverse rough terrain encountered at construction sites.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally required to climb, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, squat, bend or crawl.
• The usual requirements in an office environment may require lifting boxes of supplies, equipment, and occasional adjustment of office furniture.

Work Environment

• Ability to drive every day for a significant portion of the work day with frequent entry and exit of vehicle, includes the ability to drive in inclement weather and occasionally long distances.
• Possess ability to adapt to inclement weather conditions and/or situations while at construction sites.
• Ability to perform duties and adapt to flexible work schedules as established by management which may include holidays, weekends, long hours and may be called in when needed.
• Ability to work in stressful environment and deal effectively with stress. Noise level could be moderate to loud in work environment.
• Large amount of time out in the field doing inspections and office time to review blueprints, write reports and schedule inspections.
• Noise level could be low to moderate in the office environment but loud when out on construction sites.

Qualifications
High School Education or equivalent required. A minimum of three years of construction trades experience at a journeyman/foreman level sufficient to qualify to take the state administered examination for general building inspector is required and/or a minimum of three years of construction trades experience as a journeyman/foreman level in electrical or plumbing or mechanical is sufficient enough to qualify to take the state administered examination for general inspector in those trades or qualify as a residential inspector in electrical or plumbing or mechanical. A passing grade of 75% is required for certification.

An applicant may substitute up to two (2) years of the three (3) year work experience requirement with technical, university or college training specific to the general building, electrical or mechanical fields. Four (4) fulltime semesters shall equal one year for purposes of section NMAC 14.6.5.8 1.a.i. Experience as a Building Inspector preferred.

Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with agency "Drug Free" Policy and must be able to pass criminal history checks.

License and/or Certifications
Prefer NM State Certified from Construction Industry Division (CID) General Building Inspector, and to qualify to test for General Electrical or Plumbing and Mechanical inspector is preferred. If not certified by CID, the applicant must be able to test and pass the State Certification as a General Building Inspector within three months of date of hire and ICC certification in Building both (Residential and Commercial) within nine months of date of hire. If not certified by CID, the applicant must be able to test and pass the State Certification as a General or Residential Electrical or Plumbing and Mechanical inspector within one year of date of hire and required National certification(s) in Electrical or Plumbing and Mechanical both within eighteen months of date of hire.

Must possess and maintain valid motor vehicle operator's permit of appropriate classification and endorsement as required. Must agree to maintain a satisfactory MVR and minimum requirement of insurability as required by law. MVR background checks will be conducted by the Village.

Travel Requirements
Limited travel – ability to travel for activities such as meetings, classes, and workshops in and out of the area, and must be able to travel by air as needed to attend training, conferences, and related activities, overnight travel as required.Knowledge of: methods, materials and equipment used in building projects; occupational hazards and safety precautions in construction areas; principles of record keeping and records management; business and personal computers, and standard business software applications.

Skills in: using independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; organizing work area and work load; computer operations to include Windows Microsoft Environment; both verbal and written communications and organizational skills; being highly motivated, self-starter; and aptitude for exercising confidentiality, good judgment, diplomacy, and tact.

Ability to: detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices; perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately; read and interpret building plans, specifications and blueprints and compare them with construction in progress; detect faulty materials and code deficiencies and suggest appropriate remedies; assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; communicate effectively in verbal and written forms; establish and maintain effective working relations with employees, contractors and the public; balance a variety of duties, prioritizes, and meets deadlines required.

Closing Statements

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position.
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.
• This job description is subject to change as the needs of the Village and Department change or the requirements of this position change.