Joe Fernandes
Thorold
Summary
Dynamic Building Inspector with extensive experience at the City of Mississauga, adept at enhancing safety through rigorous technical inspections and effective site assessments. Proven ability to foster collaboration with contractors and government officials, ensuring compliance with building codes while streamlining inspection processes for timely project completion. Committed to ongoing education and professional development.
Proficient Building Inspector bringing 35 years' experience evaluating construction sites. Knowledgeable about ordinance requirements, all buildings,HVAC, and plumbing codes.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Inspector
City of Thorold
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in inspecting structures for compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Learned to identify safety hazards and recommend corrective actions during inspections.
- Participated in training sessions on inspection tools and techniques for accurate assessments.
- Collaborated with contractors to understand construction practices and materials used in projects.
- Contributed to maintaining organized records of inspections and related documentation.
- Engaged in continuing education to stay updated on local building codes and standards.
- 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.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends, codes, and best practices.
- Enhanced building safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Evaluated structural integrity during inspections to identify potential problems before they could escalate into costly repairs or public safety hazards.
Building Inspector
City of Mississauga
03.1988 - 06.2022
- Facilitated timely project completion by closely monitoring progress and addressing issues as they arose.
- Improved inspection efficiency with the implementation of a streamlined scheduling system.
- Developed strong relationships with local government officials, enhancing collaboration on building regulation enforcement efforts.
- Investigated complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites.
- Assisted in inspecting structures for compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Learned to identify safety hazards and recommend corrective actions during inspections.
- Participated in training sessions on inspection tools and techniques for accurate assessments.
- Collaborated with contractors to understand construction practices and materials used in projects.
- Contributed to maintaining organized records of inspections and related documentation.
- Engaged in continuing education to stay updated on local building codes and standards.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering
Sheridan College
04-1986
Skills
- Construction
- Safety awareness
- Technical inspections
- Plumbing inspection
- Blueprint reading
- Building codes expertise
- Site assessment
- Repair procedures
- Residential construction
- Continuing education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
OBOA
CBCO
Interests
Golf
renovations
spending time with family and friends
Timeline
Building Inspector
City of Thorold
10.2023 - Current
Building Inspector
City of Mississauga
03.1988 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering
Sheridan College