The City of Americus is a local municipal government that serves a population of 17,041, with 150 full time and 12 part time employees. We are an innovative, clean, and safe city where our citizens enjoy a good quality of life. We are committed to creating an outstanding level of opportunities for our diverse population, and to also provide quality governmental services, cultivate economic development, and promote quality jobs and successful businesses.

The City of Americus is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Chief Building Inspector. The beginning salary is $ 41,701.00 annually.

Responsibilities of this position include performing inspections at various stages of construction for compliance with building construction codes and policies. Examples include:

-  Building - inspects footing, slab, wall, beams/columns, roofs, concrete, framework and the installation of components and cladding.

-   Electrical - inspects pipe size, breaker size, wire size, circuit layout, fixtures and equipment.

-   Plumbing - inspects soil lines, pipe size, and location of fixtures, water supply lines, vents and shutoffs.

-   Mechanical - inspects duct sizes, penetration protection, equipment schedules, ventilation system, gas installation and material specifications.

This position is also responsible for reading and interpreting plans, specifications, correspondence and related construction documents, and providing technical assistance and advice on difficult or unusual construction problems, methods or materials.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized coursed/training equivalent to completion of one year of college, as well as five years of supervisory experience in construction work as an architect, engineer, inspector or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

HOW TO APPLY: The deadline to submit an application is Monday, August 17, 2020 at 4:00 PM. Resumes will not be accepted without an application. You may obtain a copy of the full job description along with an application from the Human Resources Department. An application may be obtained from the City’s website at www.americusga.gov or from the Human Resources Department of the City of Americus, located at 101 W. Lamar Street Americus, Georgia 31709.

BENEFITS: The City of Americus offers an excellent benefits package which includes life, health, dental, and vision insurance (including telemedicine); a full service health and wellness program (which includes local gym access, special programs and events, and access to 2 health coaches), 457B Deferred Compensation and GMA Retirement plan.

EEOC: The City of Americus is an equal employment opportunity provider, regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other class protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the City of Americus will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.