• Job Description

  Req#: req15602

  Follow your calling, Find your career
  

  Please apply by: 6/2/25
  5 days onsite in office

  Salary Range: $27 - $40 hourly
  This is an exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
  

  At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
  

  Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

  Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

  More About the Role :
  This position will preform live remote inspections (LRI) from the office. The position will primary be in the office with occasional field inspections. The position will require basic technology/computer background with an emphasis on electrical/mechanical but not limited to those two trades.

  Position Summary
  Perform the most complex of residential and commercial inspections for compliance with all applicable
  building codes. This lead position is responsible for reviewing plans, approving construction documents,
  and issuing permits; may perform investigations in response to fires or public complaints; and may also
  assist staff with inspections issues and answer questions.

  Essential Functions
  Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on
  commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes
  Issue notices of violations, including stop work orders and follows-up to ensure issue has been
  addressed
  Investigate complaints about potential code violations and conducts research on inspection
  history as needed
  Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, town planners and other individuals throughout the
  course of the design and construction of projects
  Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports
  Provide advice to design professionals, town planners, homeowners, the public and contractors
  regarding code compliance, applicable procedures, and other related issues
  Serve on committees, task forces, and other teams as requested
  Make sure that customer solutions, practices, and procedures are carried out and achieve their
  objectives
  Complete assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule
  May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents
  As applicable, provide front office support, which may include: answering telephones and
  providing information to callers; periodically staffing service points that require in-person
  interactions with customers or staff; and/or, performing other related activities.
  

  Minimum Qualifications
  Experience:
  Minimum of three years of inspection experience or five years in a construction trade.
  

  Education:
  Associates degree in related field
  Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
  

  Licenses and Certifications
  Ability to obtain a Level III certification in at least one construction trade or Level I or higher
  certification in four construction trades within one year of hire
  Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
  Requires County Driving Privileges
  Some positions may require a Fire Inspectors/Investigator license or certification from the
  American Institute of Certified Planners
  

  Preferred Qualifications
  Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Planning or related field.
  

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  Knowledge of
  All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, zoning and related codes
  Applicable rules, laws and regulations
  Practices and procedures related to code violations
  Customer service principles
  Inspection procedures
  

  Skills
  Interpreting laws and regulations
  Performing inspections
  Reading and interpreting plans and designs
  Providing customer service
  

  Abilities
  Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining
  good working relationships
  Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
  or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the
  information provided
  Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business
  decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and
  own organization’s needs
  Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed
  efficiently
  Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical
  and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current
  developments and trends in areas of expertise
  

  Computer Skills
  Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
  
  Work Environment
  Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions
  

  Selection
  This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of
  ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow
  County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
  No
  

  Reasonable Accommodations Statement
  To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable
  accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
  help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  

  Disclaimer Statement
  This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or
  working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
  Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions
  may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

• About the company

  83 Mecklenburg County is a county located in the southwestern region of the state of North Carolina, in the United States.

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