Manufactured Home Inspector Associate* - 07272023-48667

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE & INSURANCE, FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION, HARDIN COUNTY

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to one year of full-time skilled work in drafting, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, inspection; or other related building maintenance or construction trades; qualifying full-time experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional qualifying coursework from an accredited college, university, technical institute or vocational school in electrical technology, mechanical technology, engineering, or other related acceptable field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.

Examination Method: Education and Experience,100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for manufactured home inspection work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. This is the associate trainee class in the Manufactured Home Inspection sub-series. An employee in this class inspects manufactured homes for compliance with state and federal regulations, evaluates quality control programs of manufacturers, and investigates consumer complaints. This class differs from Manufactured Home Inspector Intermediate in that an incumbent of the latter works at the working level.

• An applicant appointed to this Career Path series will be reclassified to a(n) MFD Home Inspector - Intermediate after successful completion of a mandatory twelve month probationary and one year(s) training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination.

Responsibilities

• Attends all internal meetings and mandatory training.
• Documents findings from inspections on reports. Sends completed reports to appropriate internal parties for review. Disseminates final, approved reports to appropriate parties.
• Travels to assigned locations to inspect HUD homes to appropriate codes/standards. Inspection includes determining if construction and/or installation are compliant.
• Develops basic knowledge of federal codes and standards and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) codes. Develops basic knowledge of how to read manufacturer's design requirements.
• Assists with correspondence with homeowners regarding findings from inspection and complaints. Explains internal processes, codes and standards, and provides the appropriate rules/regulations that apply.
• • 
    Travels to assigned locations to inspect HUD homes to appropriate codes/standards. Inspection includes determining if construction and/or installation are compliant.
  • 
    Documents findings from inspections on reports. Sends completed reports to appropriate internal parties for review. Disseminates final, approved reports to appropriate parties.
  • 
    Develops basic knowledge of federal codes and standards and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) codes. Develops basic knowledge of how to read manufacturer's design requirements.
  • 
    Assists with correspondence with external customers (manufacturers, contractors, licensees, etc) regarding compliance with adopted codes and standards.
  • 
    Assists with correspondence with homeowners regarding findings from inspection and complaints. Explains internal processes, codes and standards, and provides the appropriate rules/regulations that apply.
  • 
    Attends all internal meetings and mandatory training.
  • 
    Retains an up-to-date knowledge of code/standards and any changes within the industry.
    
• Retains an up-to-date knowledge of code/standards and any changes within the industry.
• Assists with correspondence with external customers (manufacturers, contractors, licensees, etc) regarding compliance with adopted codes and standards.

Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies, and Tools/Equipment:
Knowledgeable in English language, building and construction, customer and personal service
Skilled in active learning & listening, monitoring, time management, writing, and reading comprehension
Must demonstrate the abilities of inductive and deductive reasoning, selective attention, and visualization
Must demonstrate the competencies of ethics and values, integrity and trust, decision quality, organizing, drive for results, and self-knowledge
Ability to use related office equipment and software such as smartphone, tablet, printer/scanner, and laptop as required.

Tools & Equipment

• GPS
• Cordless Drills
• Printers
• Angle Finder
• Shovel
• Hand Tools
• Computers
• Tape Measurer
• Soil Test Probe
• Water Level
• Pocket Penetrometer
• Safety Equipment
• Level
• Fax Machines
• Flashlights
• Copiers

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.
• A valid driver's license

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.