NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Building Inspector II (Building Inspector I/II)
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $118K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Costa Mesa is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Building Inspector to ensure that construction projects meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and excellence. The role involves performing inspections to verify compliance with building codes and regulations for various construction projects, and providing technical assistance and guidance to lower-level employees.
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Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with building, zoning, planning, federal, state, and municipal codes and regulations governing new and existing construction
Conduct inspections of structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems to verify compliance with applicable codes and approved construction documents
Investigate alleged violations and recommend acceptable alternatives that meet the intent of all applicable state and municipal codes
Work independently and exercise judgment and initiative in conducting advanced and complex multi-family, commercial, and accessibility inspections
Provide technical assistance, training, and guidance to employees in lower-level classifications
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Three (3) years of experience in a construction trade with emphasis in construction, structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical and engaged in a wide variety of construction and installation work
Experience in building inspection is desirable
Three (3) years of experience at the journey level in building inspection or as a superintendent in a construction trade
Two (2) years of experience in building inspection for a public agency is desirable
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform essential functions may also be considered
Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License
International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential or Commercial Building Inspector in addition to one additional ICC certification as a Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical Inspector with either the Residential or Commercial designation
Certification as a Residential Combination Inspector is required within one (1) year of initial appointment
ICC Certification as a Combination Inspector may be substituted for the Residential Combination Inspector Requirement
A California Contractor's License in good standing (active or inactive) is desirable
International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential or Commercial Combination Inspector
Certification as a Combination Building Inspector is required within one (1) year of initial appointment
A California Contractor's License in good standing (active or inactive) is desirable
Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local codes, regulations and ordinances relating to all aspects of construction
Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices involved in installing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of building systems
Considerable knowledge of plumbing, heating, and mechanical equipment and appliances
Considerable knowledge of possible defects and faults in the above systems and appliances, and of standard testing of devices and effective corrective measures
Knowledge of permitting, inspecting, or other related software applications
Skill in using current technology including, but not limited to, modern office equipment, smart phones and tablets
Ability to detect and locate defective installations
Ability to contact and interact with tenants, building owners, contractors, craftsmen, architects, engineers, co-workers, and others, to effect and maintain satisfactory working relationships
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and diagrams
Ability to maintain accurate and up to date inspection records and permit files
Ability to confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public while promoting and providing quality customer service
Ability to interpret plans, deliver corrections, and enforce the codes with firmness, tact and impartiality
Ability to handle challenging interactions tactfully, professionally, courteously and constructively
Ability to work irregular hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays and be scheduled for standby duty
Preferred
College course work in Construction Technology or Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Electrical or Mechanical engineering or a related field is desirable
Experience in building inspection is desirable
A California Contractor's License in good standing (active or inactive) is desirable
ICC Certification(s) in any related discipline or as a Certified Accessibility Specialist (CASp) is desirable
Benefits
$1,650 monthly
$1,700 monthly
$1,800 monthly
New Full-Time employees contribute 9% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the 2%@60 or 2%@62 CalPERS retirement formula depending on eligibility.
The City does not participate in the Social Security system; however, federal mandate requires all new employees to contribute 1.45% of wages to Medicare.
As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to enroll and participate in the direct deposit program.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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