NATURE OF WORK
This classification works under the direct supervision of the Chief Structural Inspector to conduct structural inspections and enforce the Florida Building Code (FBC), City Ordinances, and State Statutes.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Perform field inspections of all aspects of construction that fall under the structural discipline defined in the FBC during the process of construction and upon completion of work for conformance with approved building permit plans, the Florida Building Code, and City of Sunrise Ordinances that are directly related to building construction.
Issue correction notices for non-conformance with approved plans and to re-inspect work when deficiencies have been corrected.
Enter the status of each inspection in the computer after each inspection has been performed.
Consult with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and tenants.
Investigate complaints received regarding alleged code violations, determine the validity of the complaints and take appropriate action.
Post properties and testify at Special Magistrate hearings.
Retain licenses and certifications that are required for this position through mandatory continuing education classes.
Perform other related work as required.
Requirements
EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma
PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)
LICENSES and EXPERIENCE
To be eligible for appointment as a Structural Inspector, such person shall meet the requirements below:
Meet one of the following:
Possess a current license as a Certified General Contractor or Certified Building Contractor with at least five (5) years of experience within the State of Florida in the structural discipline with that license of which, two years shall have been within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) or by passing the Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) HVHZ exam. An applicant who is a graduate from an accredited school holding a Bachelor or an Associate of Science in Engineering, Architecture, or Building Construction may be credited for two (2) years for a Bachelor Degree or one (1) year for an Associate Degree towards the required five (5) years of experience within the State of Florida in the structural discipline as outlined below.
OR
Be a Florida Registered Architect or a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer in the discipline requested with two (2) years of HVHZ experience or by passing the BORA HVHZ exam.
Possess a current Certificate of Competency or a Professional Engineer license or Architect registration issued by at least one of the following entities:
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades.
Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board.
Florida Board of Professional Engineers.
Department of Business and Professional Regulations as an Architect.
Possess a current active license issued by the State of Florida, Building Code and Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Standard Building Inspector. (Architects and Engineers are exempt from BCAIB certification only.)
Possess or be eligible to obtain a current certification as a Structural Inspector issued by BORA.
Florida Residents: Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Non-Florida Residents: Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record AND obtain a valid Florida driver’s license prior to hire.
Structural Building Inspectors shall be required to obtain a Reinforced Unit Masonry certification within two (2) years from their initial BORA certification date.
All required certifications and licenses must be kept current to continue employment in this position.
LICENSES and EXPERIENCE: (Trainees Only)
To be eligible for appointment as a Structural Inspector (Trainee), such person shall meet the requirements below:
Meet one of the following:
Possess a current license as a Certified General Contractor or Certified Building Contractor with at least five (5) years of experience within the State of Florida in the structural discipline with that license of which, two years shall have been within the HVHZ or by-passing BORA’s HVHZ exam. An applicant who is a graduate from an accredited school holding a Bachelor or an Associate of Science in Engineering, Architecture, or Building Construction may be credited for two (2) years for a Bachelor Degree or one (1) year for an Associate Degree towards the required five (5) years of experience within the State of Florida in the structural discipline as outlined below.
OR