Building Inspector

Location & Division

The position is located in the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department and reports to the Building Official. The Division is responsible for the review of plans, inspection of projects to ensure compliance with State and City codes, law, and standards, and the management and maintenance of records.

• Inspects building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations during construction, alterations, moving, demolition, repair, or use to ensure compliance with State and City codes, law, and standards.
• Maintains files and records of inspections.
• Writes letters requesting compliance with building code standards for work completed without permits.
• Reviews permit applications for conformity with building laws, regulations, and related ordinances.
• Provides technical information relative to building construction and code requirements to the public.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent (Additional coursework in building trades or related field, highly desirable).

Experience: Four (4) years full-time experience in building inspection, building trades or code enforcement, preferably in a municipal setting.

Knowledge of: Building construction methods, practices, techniques, materials, equipment, and safety hazards associated with construction, remodeling and repair; applicable local, state and municipal regulatory building codes; possible defects and faults in construction.

Ability to: Read and interpret building and construction plans and specifications; detect and locate defective construction and ascertain the stage of construction when defects are most easily found and remedied; plan and organize work; enforce codes with firmness, tact and impartiality; interpret technical information; read and interpret plans and specifications; analyze and comprehend problems; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and work with minimum supervision.

License/Certification: Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC) certificate as a Building Inspector; a valid California Class C Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record or the ability to utilize alternative transportation to carry out essential functions.

Work is primarily performed in the field, requiring mobility at construction sites with potential exposure to dangerous machinery and physical harm; ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; some office work requiring extended sitting; and perform other similar actions during the workday.

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.