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Job Description

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below. Completion of a high school equivalent education. Must possess a Class III Certification of Competency issued by the Ohio Board of Building Standards, and a valid State of Ohio vehicle operator’s license. Must be bondable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of department policies and procedures; blueprint/schematics reading; mechanical diagrams; local and state building codes (building & HV AC); inspection techniques. Advanced knowledge of public relations; construction techniques for building and HV AC installation. Ability to understand practical field of study (e.g., building construction and HV AC); define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; maintain accurate records; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively; gather, collate and/or classify information about date, people and/or things; develop good rapport with public, builders, contractors and officials; use proper research methods in gathering data. Skills in air conditioning; A/C test equipment, (e.g., A/e gauges, gas tests, voltmeter, micrometer, neon polarity tester, etc.); building construction techniques. (Indicates developed after employment).

THE DUTIES LISTED BELOW ARE INTENDED TO DEPICT TASKS PERFORMED BY THIS CLASSIFICATION.

Performs field inspections of building projects, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) installation in new or existing residential, commercial and/or industrial buildings; inspects builders/contractor’s plans to insure building compliance; red-tags (rejects) unapproved equipment or work, re-inspects rejected work upon completion of repairs, etc.; coordinates inspections with fire department. Processes permits for HV AC; building construction, remodeling and installations; certifies compliance of installation in writing; prepares reports of completed inspections; researches unlisted equipment to assure compliance with Building Code; examines building plans for code compliance; store and retrieve information using electronic data processing terminal. Responds to, investigates and prepares follow-up reports on (e.g. work without a permit, uncertified equipment or contractors, etc.); prepares uncertified equipment or contractors, etc.); prepares techniques; letters to citizens, builders, etc. in responses to complaints, issues compliance orders; attends seminars, workshops contractor’s meetings, etc. to upgrade and maintain skills and knowledge.

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTICS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE THAT AN EMPLOYEE ENCOUNTERS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

• May be exposed to the hazards associated with building construction, remodeling, and installation and inspection of same, abandoned or foreclosed homes, electric cables, wires, and patch panels, dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, mold, smoke, animal and human waste, unsanitary conditions, high and low temperatures, water, and adverse weather conditions.
• Work may be performed in confined spaces and in areas of high security and from ladders and mechanical lifts.
• May be required to work at heights in excess of 10 feet.

THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE THAT AN EMPLOYEE ENCOUNTERS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to independently travel to and access the various assigned work sites, offices and agencies, institutions, businesses, homes.
• Employee must demonstrate physical fitness and agility and move whole body in physical exertion.
• Typically requires lifting, sitting, walking, standing, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, talking, hearing, seeing.
• Requires various types of physical exertion, such as prolonged bending, stooping, crouching or crawling and lifting, walking on uneven terrain and driving vehicles for long periods of time.
• Employee is required to reach with hands and arms, climb, and balance, move, and transport inspection/test equipment and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds repeatedly from one location to another.
• Job requires employee to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and perform and repetitive motions; utilize diagnostic equipment, hand and power tools, and other equipment to accomplish job duties.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision. Must be able to focus clearly at 20 inches or less
  Must possess a Class III Certification of Competency issued by the Ohio Board of Building Standards
  Must Possess Valid Driver’s License to operate County Vehicle
  Work Schedule:
  Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
  Work Location:
  1030 E Tallmadge Ave # 3,
  Akron, OH 44310
  Pre-Employment Testing Requirements: Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing, Criminal Background Check, Driving Record Check
  Position : 131005003
  Code : 20251300-26
  Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
  Group : EXECUTIVE
  Job Family : CONSTRUCTION
  Posting Start : 08/25/2025
  Posting End : 09/30/2025