Building Inspector

Overview

Salary: $73,520.00 - $90,420.00 per annum. Commensurate with experience. Step Salary System to be awarded annually on the anniversary date of hire and would typically start at Step
1. Please note the salary range indicated is firm. Bargaining Unit: BAETI.

REPORTS TO:

Works under the general direction of the Commissioner of Buildings.

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• Assist the Superintendent of Buildings in the performance of his/her duties.
• Inspect work in connection with the enforcement and interpretation of the Massachusetts Building Code and other applicable codes relating to building construction and design, as well as zoning enforcement.
• Review plans, specifications, and calculations of all applications for building permits to ensure they conform to codes.
• Inspects existing buildings for life‑safety purposes and inspects all new construction, alterations, and additions to buildings; enforces provisions of the zoning ordinance.
• Inspect construction to ensure that buildings and structures are built in accordance with submitted plans.
• Respond to complaints related to dangerous situations, such as abandoned houses, illegal apartments, or other complaints.
• Issue letters of violation, pursue court action, and instruct contractors, architects, engineers, and homeowners, when necessary, to correct situations that are not in conformity with applicable codes.
• Perform similar or related duties as required, as the situation dictates or as assigned by the Superintendent of Buildings or his/her designee.

Five years of experience in supervision of building construction or design and zoning enforcement; an Associate's Degree in a related field desirable; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Massachusetts Certification as a Local Building Inspector required within 18 months of employment.
• Valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license and a dependable vehicle.

• Knowledge of the materials and methods of building construction and equipment, and thorough knowledge of the Massachusetts Building Code and other applicable state statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of accepted requirements for building construction, fire prevention, light, ventilation, and safe egress.
• Thorough knowledge of field inspection practices.
• Ability to enforce codes and regulations fairly and impartially.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to interact effectively with the general public, construction personnel, technical personnel, and state and local officials.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate inspection records.
• Ability to stay informed of code changes.
• Excellent communication skills and public relations skills.