Will “Building Code Inspector” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
63% Chance of Automation
“Building Code Inspector” will maybe be replaced by robots.
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Job Description
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 47-4011.00
- The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 61,250.00
- The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 29.00
- Currently, there are 94,960 people on this job
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Construction and Building Inspectors”.
Also Known As…
- Construction and Building Inspectors
- Plumbing Inspector
- Inspector
- Elevator Inspector
- Construction Materials Testing Technician
- Construction Inspector
- Combination Building Inspector
- Building Official
- Building Inspector
- Building Inspection Engineer
- Building Code Administrator
- Weight Inspector
- Street Openings Inspector
- Street Inspector
- Site Damage Prevention Technician
- Sidewalk Inspector
- Safety Inspector
- Road Inspector
- Residential Building Inspector
- Real Estate Inspector
- Pressure Vessel Inspector
- Plan Examiner
- Plan Checker
- Pipeline Construction Inspector
- Permit Specialist
- Paving Inspector
- Natural Gas Inspector
- Line Inspector
- Inspecting Engineer
- Infrastructure Technician
- Housing Inspector
- Home Inspector
- Highway Inspector
- Heating and Refrigeration Inspector
- Grade Checker
- Gas Inspector
- Elevators Inspector
- Electrical Inspector
- Dredging Inspector
- Construction Technician
- Construction Code Administrator
- Construction Checker
- Compliance Officer
- Compliance Manager
- Compliance Coordinator
- Compliance Analyst
- Code Inspector
- Chief Inspector
- Building Equipment Inspector
- Bridge Inspector
- Boilers Inspector
- Boiler Inspector
- Architectural Inspector
- Architectural Examiner
- Amusement Ride Inspector
Tasks for “Building Code Inspector”
- Examine lifting or conveying devices, such as elevators, escalators, moving sidewalks, hoists, inclined railways, ski lifts, or amusement rides to ensure safety and proper functioning.
- Conduct inspections, using survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, or test equipment.
- Approve building plans that meet required specifications.
- Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.
- Estimate cost of completed work or of needed renovations or upgrades.
- Inspect and monitor construction sites to ensure adherence to safety standards, building codes, or specifications.
- Evaluate premises for cleanliness, such as proper garbage disposal or lack of vermin infestation.
- Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances to ensure that installation is performed properly and is in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs.
- Monitor construction activities to ensure that environmental regulations are not violated.
- Confer with owners, violators, or authorities to explain regulations or recommend remedial actions.
- Conduct environmental hazard inspections to identify or quantify problems such as asbestos, poor air quality, water contamination, or other environmental hazards.
- Sample and test air to identify gasses, such as bromine, ozone, or sulfur dioxide, or particulates, such as mold, dust, or allergens.
- Train, direct, or supervise other construction inspectors.
- Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, or elevation of structures or fixtures to ensure compliance to building plans and codes.
- Inspect facilities or installations to determine their environmental impact.
- Evaluate project details to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.
- Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
- Issue permits for construction, relocation, demolition, or occupancy.
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- Asphalt thermometers
- Radon detection devices
- Light meters
- Hydrometers
- Spectrometers
- Concrete testers
- Inspection mirrors
- Chlorine meters
- Theodolites
- Combustible gas detectors
- Computerized data collectors
- Multimeters
- Surface thermometers
- Concrete strength measurers
- Manometers
- Circuit analyzers
- Optical scanners
- Scanners
- Electronic distance measuring equipment
- Two way radios
- Video inspection cameras
- Gas leak detection devices
- Force gauges
- Transit levels
- Clamp-on multimeters
- Ultrasonic thickness gauges
- Digital multimeters
- Desktop computers
- Megohmeters
- Laser printers
- Torque meters
- Refrigerant leak detectors
- Borescopes
- Pressure gauges
- pH meters
- Infrared thermometer lasers
- Arc receptacle testers
- Airflow meters
- Pounds per square inch PSI test gauges
- Insulation testers
- Power analyzer dataloggers
- Temperature/humidity testers
- Water pressure gauges
- Vibration meters
- Conductivity meters
- 10-key calculators
- Magnetic locators
- Moisture meters
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Engineering scales
- Microwave leakage detectors
- Water quality test kits
- Volt-ammeters
- Automatic levels
- Refrigeration thermometers
- Stud locators
- Air velocity and temperature meters
- Voltage testers
- Lock levels
- Ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI testers
- Drafting tools
- Distance measuring wheels
- Air sampling pumps
- Probe rods
- Handheld thermometers
- Continuity testers
- Architects' scales
- Air sampling devices
- Shovels
- Axes
- Plumb bobs
- Non-contact infrared thermometers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Notebook computers
- Screwdrivers
- Carbon monoxide detectors
- Map wheels
- Digital cameras
- Tape measures
- Laptop computers
- Tablet computers
- Pocket personal computers PC
- Ground resistance testers
- Wearable mobile inspection computers
- Levels
- Laser fiches
- Ultrasonic leak detectors
- Optical levels
- Cordless drills
- Hygrometers
- Dissolved oxygen meters
- Electrical circuit testers
- Laser measuring devices
- Electronic levels
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- Microsoft Internet Explorer
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- Microsoft Office
- Calendar and scheduling software
- SAP
- Oracle Primavera Systems
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- NorthWest Builders Network Plan Analyst
- Intuit Quicken
- Email software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Automated permit system software
- Trimble Digital Fieldbook
- Municipal geographic management software
- Microsoft Word
- OptaSoft Commercial Building Inspector
- Real estate and tax software
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- Vision Software
- ESRI ArcView
- Database software
- Microsoft Excel
- Mobile building inspection software
- Residential home inspection form software
- Inspection Depot Home Guide System
- Microsoft Project
- Internet browser software
- Arc Second PocketCAD
- Spreadsheet software