Building and Code Inspector III

Overview

Under general direction, assists in planning, directing, and recording the inspection functions of the Building Division; inspects the more complex residential and commercial/industrial projects for compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, heating, and refrigeration codes; enforce zoning, housing, and related codes, business licenses, health and sanitation, and public nuisance abatement; serves as a resource and provides information on City regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other City departments and divisions;

and performs other related duties as required.

Assists in monitoring the maintenance of records; provides specialized inspections for building systems, equipment, plumbing fire sprinkler systems, heating, comfort cooling, refrigeration, electrical installations and alternative methods of materials construction; assists in supervising the tracking and documentation procedures including inspection logs, status logs, route logs, and monitoring permit extensions and cancellations; assists in training and supervising staff; assists in scheduling and assigning building and related inspection work;

assists in directing and conducting onsite inspections and re-inspections to assure compliance with local, state, and federal laws; inspects new commercial structures over three-stories; monitors inspections on complex construction projects; maintains communication with the Building Official regarding best practices, business processes, and interpretations; makes inspections during the progress of building construction or repair to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and codes;

checks plans and specifications of building to be constructed, altered, repaired, moved, or demolished for conformance to laws; checks site plans for location, set back, easements, and conformance to zoning regulations; inspects grading and site development, foundations, reinforcing materials, concrete, steel and masonry construction, framing, lathing, plastering, electrical, plumbing, heating and refrigeration installations, and signs; issues citations, compliance notices, prepares inspection reports, and processes criminal complaints;

investigates and responds to public complaints; determines existence and type of code violations; recommends corrective actions in order to bring about compliance; determines time frames for compliance; assists homeowners and businesses to obtain compliance; responds to inquiries from and advises property owners and the public regarding compliance with municipal and zoning codes; coordinates action with other city departments and outside agencies as necessary;

coordinates law enforcement support services with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and provides legal justice system liaison services between the City and District Attorney’s office; conducts research related to, investigates, and interprets regulations; maintains accurate and complete records of complaints, inspections, violations, and citations; tracks and documents procedures, including daily inspection logs, inspection status logs, and daily route logs;

monitors permit extensions and cancellations; approves applications for permits; performs industrial, commercial, and residential property inspections for compliance with laws, regulations, and codes; conducts neighborhood/community meetings to present community preservation and building programs; issues stop work orders and correction notices; and writes letters and prepares handouts.

Knowledge of:

• Building construction methods and materials; methods of making zoning and substandard housing inspections;
  California Building Codes, state, and local laws relating to building construction, Temple City Municipal Code, and other City regulations. operations, services, and activities of a municipal community preservation program; principles, practices, and methods used in the enforcement of a variety of codes; procedures involved in the enforcement of codes and regulations including methods and techniques of conducting and documenting field investigations;
  
  legal actions applicable to code enforcement compliance;…