Building Inspector/Plans Examiner

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is vital to the success of the Community Development Department and the Building and Trades Division. The Building Inspector/Plans Examiner oversees every phase of construction from planning to finish 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; therefore, the inspector must have excellent communication and customer service skills. Also, the inspector must be able to readily adapt to, interpret, explain, and implement changing codes and ordinances.

Typical duties may include but not limited to:

• Review and approve construction permit submittal documents.
• Issue permits for construction and demolition.
• Schedule and perform field inspections.
• Maintain and submit records of field reports, inspection results, and plan reviews.
• Assist developers, designers, and property owners with code-related problems.
• Support other City departments as necessary.
• Identify potential structural and building system hazards and recommend abatement action.
• Draft and mail notices of violation, citations, condemnations, demolitions, and abatement orders.
• Complete assigned duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Requirements / Experience

• Minimum high school diploma/GED.
• Must possess current ICC certification for Commercial Building Inspector
• Must possess current ICC certification for Building Plans Examiner
• Commercial Building Plans Examiner under PA Uniform Construction Code (UCC). 
• Minimum 10 years work in construction trades; minimum 5 years in a supervisory role
• Must have a strong working knowledge of standard construction practices and materials.
• Must have a valid PA State driver’s license.