Combination Inspector I

JOB INFORMATION

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible; additional compensation to include annual work boot allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; full-benefits

Placement as Inspector, Electrical Inspector or Plumbing Inspector can occur depending on qualifications of selected candidate. See NOTE section under Qualifications & Requirements for more placement and salary information. This technical position involves independent on-site inspection of primarily residential building, plumbing and electrical installations to assure compliance with State and County regulations and requirements. Supervision is received from a Chief Inspector and/or the Manager of Inspection Services.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment

15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover

11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Vesting after 5 years of service

Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.

Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspect building, plumbing and electrical installations during construction; examine completed installations for use of proper materials and procedures

Maintain records of inspections

Check plans and specifications for installations

Confer with a Chief Inspector on difficult enforcement problems

Respond to electronic, telephone and in-person inquiries regarding residential building, plumbing and electrical code requirements and other departmental issues

Drive a County vehicle to various sites throughout the County to inspect building, plumbing and electrical installations during construction and upon completion to assure the use of proper materials and procedures

Prepare and maintain forms and reports related to inspections performed

Access the permits tracking system and other automated data sources to research, review and verify information

Participate in the nonresidential inspection of building, plumbing, electrical and other possible trades, as needed

Perform building, plumbing and electrical plan reviews on commercial projects and other structures, as needed

Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

High school graduation or the equivalency

Minimum 9 years building, plumbing and electrical installation work experience

Possession of the following certifications or ability to obtain, and maintain, the following certifications within six (6) months:

ICC Residential Building Inspector – B1

Possession of the following certification or ability to obtain, and maintain, the following certifications within 18 months:

ICC Combination Residential Inspector – P1, E1 and M1

Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

NOTES:

Possession of a State of Maryland Master Plumber's or Electrician License (or a comparable license from another jurisdiction with ability to obtain this license by reciprocity within 30 days after hire), will reduce years of plumbing/electrical installation work experience to 7 years.

Master Electrician's meeting all stated qualifications will be hired at higher salary grade with a starting hourly rate of $29.43 per hour

Master Plumber's meeting all stated qualifications will be hired at a higher salary grade with a starting hourly rate of $29.43 per hourKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges

Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices involved in installing, repairing and maintaining a variety of building, plumbing and electrical installations

Working knowledge of the International Building Code, Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code

Ability to obtain, and maintain, the following certifications: ICC Combination Residential Inspector – B1 within 6 months of hire; P1, E1 and M1 within 18 months of hire

Ability to effectively understand and interpret plans and specifications

Ability to determine any violations of applicable codes and ordinances; to evaluate corrective actions and to approve work Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, co-workers, and the general public

Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills with the ability to effectively complete required paperworkPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

Work experience as a building, plumbing or electrical inspectorPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, the employee is frequently sitting, walking, climbing, stooping/kneeling/crouching, and driving; occasionally reaching and performing repetitive motions; and rarely lifting up to 20 pounds, lifting between 20-50 pounds

While working in this position, the employee is frequently working indoors; occasionally working outdoors, working in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees; rarely walking on uneven ground, working id dirty and dusty environments, working in noisy environment, working near machinery; working in confined spaces

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Available for varied working hours as needed

This position is subject to random drug testingKIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1) An evaluation of training and experience

2) A written examination

3) One or more interviews

4) A pre-employment physical examination and drug test

This description reflects management's assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.