What is a Building Inspector’s main set of responsibilities?
As the designated agent for the Building Official, it is my responsibility to perform inspections as required by the International Code Council and the local jurisdiction to ensure compliance with applicable codes, construction documents and specifications, and standard and accepted construction practices. The purpose of these inspections is also to ensure that the completed project is safe for all potential occupants.
What were you doing before you came to Tucker?
My last position was as a quality assurance inspector on a 2 million square foot parking structure at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It was my responsibility to ensure compliance with codes and all construction documents for the largest parking structure in the state of Georgia.
How has your experience been so far working in Tucker?
In the short time I have been here, I have been fortunate to work with a great group of individuals and citizens.
What do you like most about your job?
Helping contractors and property owners build safe structures.
Why is a Building Inspector’s job so important?
Improper construction practices can lead to injury and even loss of life. Unfortunately, it is impossible to eliminate this entirely, but by ensuring codes, plans, and specifications are adhered to, we can help minimize these occurrences.
OFF THE WALL
What is your proudest accomplishment?
Being happily married to the most wonderful woman I could hope for for the past 19 years.
Tell us something your co-workers don’t know about you…
At one time, I built casino tables for a living. Three of those tables were used for entertainment purposes at one of the night clubs at Disney’s Pleasure Island in Orlando, Florida.
Who is the most famous person you’ve ever met?
Not the most famous, but the one I am proudest to have known was United States Air Force General Norma Brown. She was the base commander when I was stationed at Chanute Air Force Base, Rantoul, Illinois. At the time I knew her, she was the highest-ranking female officer in the United States military.
