Senior Building Inspector - Lead Plans & Code Compliance

Sr. Building Inspector

Anticipated Starting Pay Range: $44.57/hr–48.00/hr ($92,705–$99,840 annually)

Our Building and Safety division is seeking an experienced professional to join the team as a Sr. Building Inspector. The ideal candidates have the ability to self‑motivate and work independently, as well as part of a team. Experienced residential and commercial plans examiners and combination Building Inspectors are highly encouraged to apply. International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Building Inspector or relevant ICC certification, such as plumbing, mechanical or electrical certifications are required for this position.

This position may be filled at the Building Inspector II level based on qualifications.

The City of Wildomar provides a variety of offerings that support a healthy work–life balance including steady work, a 4/10 work schedule, a paid one‑week winter break, generous annual leave, and comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. The City also participates in the CalPERS Pension Retirement System.

Under general supervision, leads and performs a variety of highly skilled, complex, and technical duties in performing inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial building sites to enforce building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and environmental codes, with specific expertise, knowledge of, and emphasis on one of the building trades; ensures conformance with approved plans, specifications, standards, permits, and licensing; provides a variety of information to property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors;

and performs related work as required.

Sr. Building Inspector:
This is the lead/advanced level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions at this level are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned code enforcement responsibilities involving routine to complex inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Incumbents at this level may perform minor to complex plan reviews. The work involves exercising a high degree of independence and discretion in working with the public and in conducting field inspections;

and involves interpretation and application of applicable codes and regulations. Incumbents at this level handle the most complex cases, and are expected to train and lead lesser skilled employees in this series. This class is distinguished from the next higher classification of Building Inspection Supervisor in that the latter is responsible for the day‑to‑day supervision of staff assigned to this unit.

Building Inspector II:
This is the journey level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Building Inspector I level by the performance of 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 of the work unit.

Receives general supervision from the Building Inspection Supervisor or Chief Building Official, as assigned. Exercises lead direction over Building Inspectors, and serves as Training Officer for new hires.

• Oversees, reviews and performs the more complex duties in building inspections of new and existing commercial, industrial, and residential properties for compliance with building codes and standards; reads and reviews project plans to verify construction.
• Reviews and approves various stages of construction, such as framing, electrical, mechanical, heating, plumbing, and structural membrane; inspects throughout the construction period to completion; monitors construction sites; writes detailed correction notices for non‑compliance or deviation from approved plans.
• Trains lower‑level building inspection staff on proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; assists in adherence to…