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Inspector I! (F} Certification as a Firefighter I, First Responder and member of the Spring Lake • Park, Blaine, Mounds View Fire Department. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (A) Thorough knowledge of uniform building codes, fire codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, general construction codes, and a thorough knowledge of carpentry; Considerable knowledge in electrical work, carpentry work, cement work, or plumbing, and skill in applying knowledge of the Uniform Building Codes, zoning and land use applications. Knowledge of methods, materials, terminology and practices in genera( building construction. Knowledge of laws governing zoning and general building construction. (B) Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, owners, developers, the general public and city personnel. (C) Ability to read and understand complicated plans and blueprints and to communicate effectively orally and in writing (D) Knowledge of the practices and principles of fire suppression and medical emergency rescue. (E} Knowledge of practices, principles and techniques of effective code enforcement/fire prevention principles. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS A valid state driver's license or ability to obtain one by start of employment. One or more Minnesota certifications including but not limited to Plans Examiner and Combination Inspector. Minnesota Building Official Certification required. The employee must be able to pass yearly hose, ladder and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus proficiency tests. The employee must also be able to pass bi-annual medical exams. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computer, including word processing and permitting software; motor vehicle; 10-key calculator; portable radio; phone; ladder or scaffolding; tape measure. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individua}s with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed both outdoors and in office settings. Outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 ~9 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.