Building Inspector III

This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027.

This is an Extra Help Position. Extra Help means this may be a Part-Time or Non-Permanent position. The number of hours worked per week may vary and depend on the needs of the department. For terms and conditions concerning Extra Help with Butte County, see Section 6.12c of the Butte County Personnel Rules.

Note: A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking among qualified candidates. Based upon information provided in this application including responses to supplemental questions, an applicant's education, training and experience (full-time equivalent) may be evaluated. Applicants should provide thoughtful and thorough responses to supplemental questions as they play an important role in this recruitment process. All qualifying work experience that is described or included in responses to supplemental questions MUST also be included and detailed in the "Work Experience" section of this application.

"See Resume" is not an acceptable response for any supplemental question.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Under general supervision, performs specialized and complex building inspection work in the interpretation of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related codes and regulations pertaining to new construction, remodels, and repair of single family and multi-family residential buildings and commercial properties; and performs related duties as assigned.

Receives general supervision from the Building Inspection Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

This is the advanced journey-level classification in the building inspector series responsible for performing the more complex inspections assigned to the series. Positions at this level exercise judgement and initiative in their assigned tasks and handle difficult, sensitive, and specialized building inspections. The incumbent performs the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies.

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.

• Receives inspection requests; retrieves and reviews permits; schedules and conducts daily field inspections for complex commercial and residential structures; checks for and assures compliance with laws and ordinances and check plans as required.
• Manages customer relations on all commercial and industrial building inspection projects; deals with difficult people in a constructive manner.
• Reviews plans and construction documents for code compliance; works with and responds to staff and the public to address and correct areas of concern that arise during plan check and construction activities.
• Works closely with architects, engineers, designers, contractors, and homeowners concerning deficiencies with structural and non-structural requirements.
• Investigates complaints regarding existing buildings or new construction to determine if code violations or problem conditions exist; makes code interpretations; resolves problems that arise due to code or structural design.
• Works closely with plan check and engineering regarding structural and safety requirements for building design; interprets codes and resolves problems.
• Researches, analyzes, and evaluates new building construction methods and materials; determines compliance with codes.
• Conducts special inspections on structures to be transported, on substandard or hazardous structures, on change of occupancy, and to facilitate code violation compliance.
• Performs administrative support duties such as providing customer service at the work counter and answering phones, receiving and reviewing requests for permits, accepting payment and issuing permits, and cataloging and maintaining incoming paperwork and related…