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Commercial Building Inspector

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Planning and Urban Development
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Public Works
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2000000393 Requisition #
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TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Work is performed in an office environment and at various building locations.  Must be able to operate city vehicle to and from building locations for inspections. Requires constant walking and standing when inspecting buildings. Requires the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with staff, developers, building contractors, architects, engineers and city officials. Must be able to traverse on various surfaces when conducting inspections. Requires the ability to inspect dangerous, abandoned, and/or derelict buildings.
 
 
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:  Work involves contact with the public at times under stressful conditions.  May be exposed to animals (dogs and cats), rodents, insects and deteriorating structures when conducting inspections.  May be exposed to various weather conditions, fumes, odors, dust, and noise. 
 
High school graduate or equivalent with seven (7) years' experience in the building inspection/building construction industry. Must be certified by the state of Tennessee as a Building Code Inspector or obtain such certification before the end of twelve (12) months of employment as a condition of continued employment, or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.  Personal computer experience preferred.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.


The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.

The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.

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