Jerry Kale
Pineville
Summary
Dynamic Codes Enforcement Officer and Fire Marshal with extensive experience at Berkeley County Administration and the Town of Saint Stephen SC. Expert in fire safety inspections and code compliance, I excel in problem-solving and effective communication. Successfully improved community safety through rigorous inspections and interagency coordination, ensuring adherence to building regulations and enhancing public safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Codes Enforcement Officer / Fire Marshal
Town of Saint Stephen
01.2018 - Current
- Performed detailed inspections of residential and commercial properties to ensure adherence to building codes.
- Evaluated construction plans to ensure adherence to safety regulations and zoning laws.
- Identified structural deficiencies and communicated necessary repairs to property owners.
- Collaborated with contractors and engineers to resolve compliance issues during projects.
Commercial Building Inspector/ Fire Marshal
Berkeley County Government
01.2017 - 06.2025
- Prepared detailed inspection reports documenting findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Assisted in educating homeowners about building regulations and safety standards.
- Utilized inspection software to streamline reporting processes and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local building codes, ordinances, and industry best practices.
- 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.
- Conducted regular site visits to verify that work was being performed according to approved plans.
- Maintained detailed records of all inspections, permits, and violations issued for future reference and analysis.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Ensured code compliance for new construction projects by meticulously reviewing plans and specifications.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends, codes, and best practices.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with local fire departments to coordinate emergency response procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, violations, and corrective actions taken.
- Responded to inquiries regarding fire safety standards, providing expert guidance and support.
- Collaborated with local emergency services to develop coordinated response plans for enhanced community safety.
- Improved fire safety by conducting thorough inspections and enforcing compliance with codes and regulations.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
Education
GED - General Studies
St Stephens High School
Hickory, NCSkills
- Fire prevention
- Disaster preparedness
- Fire alarm systems
- Code compliance
- Building codes enforcement
- Fire suppression systems
- Fire safety inspections
- Interagency coordination
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Site inspections
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Public safety
- Analytical thinking
- CPR certified
- Professionalism
- Incident reporting
- Public speaking
- Record keeping
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Safety enforcement
Certification
ICC Commercial Building Inspector
ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector
ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector
ICC Fire Inspector 1
SC State Certified Fire Marshal
ICC International Property Maintenance Inspector
Additional Information
Honorably Discharged Veteran, US Army 6 years.
Timeline
Codes Enforcement Officer / Fire Marshal
Town of Saint Stephen
01.2018 - Current
Commercial Building Inspector/ Fire Marshal
Berkeley County Government
01.2017 - 06.2025
GED - General Studies
St Stephens High School
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