Joey Stay

Building Inspector

City of Oxford

06.2014 - Current

Conducted thorough inspections of residential and commercial buildings for compliance with safety codes and regulations.
Reviewed architectural plans and specifications to identify potential issues before construction begins.
Collaborated with contractors to ensure adherence to building standards and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Documented inspection findings and generated detailed reports for city records and stakeholder review.
Provided guidance on building-related inquiries from the public, enhancing community understanding of regulations.
Evaluated structural integrity during inspections to identify potential problems before they could escalate into costly repairs or public safety hazards.
Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Educated property owners about necessary improvements for compliance with local codes and ordinances.
Maintained detailed records of all inspections, permits, and violations issued for future reference and analysis.
Conducted regular site visits to verify that work was being performed according to approved plans.
Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends, codes, and best practices.
Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Reviewed site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
Issued permits for construction projects after verifying that proposed plans met all applicable requirements.
Assisted clients in resolving code violations by offering guidance on corrective actions required for compliance.
Performed thorough investigations of reported code violations, gathering evidence, and documenting findings for legal action when necessary.
Coordinated with other inspectors in the department to ensure consistent application of building codes and standards across all projects.
Consulted with developers during the planning phase to provide expert advice on code requirements specific to their projects'' scope and location.
Developed strong relationships with local government officials, enhancing collaboration on building regulation enforcement efforts.
Investigated complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites.