NEOGOV · 7 hours ago
Building Inspector III (Plan Review)
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $109K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Sacramento's Community Development Department is seeking a Building Inspector III to work in the Plan Review Section of the Building Division. This role involves performing inspections and reviewing plans for compliance with building codes and standards, as well as engaging with various stakeholders to ensure effective communication and resolution of issues.
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Responsibilities
Identify and enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and standards violations for conformance with plans and specifications
Inspect work product and materials in building construction projects for conformance with plans and specifications, and inspect potentially substandard or dangerous buildings
Work with diagrams, specifications, plans, and similar documents
Read and interpret building construction and engineering plan specifications and codes
Prepare and maintain reports
Confer with, and assist architects, engineers, contractors, builders, homeowners, tenants and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret requirements and restrictions, keep records and prepare reports as necessary
Enter information into the Automated Permit System and the computer for word processing, calendaring, and electronic mail
Perform basic plan review, routing and project management activities, issue permits, and fee calculations
Identify illegal construction activity and issues violation notices
May perform case or project management activities
Other duties may be performed, not all duties may be performed by each individual holding this classification
Qualification
Required
Comprehensive experience in building construction, building materials and construction methods, and reading building plans
Customer service and communication skills with the ability to think critically to resolve code-related issues
Knowledge of methods, practices, and materials used in construction work relating to a particular inspection discipline
Knowledge of proper inspection techniques to examine work product and materials
Knowledge of data entry and information retrieval from various computer systems necessary for duties
Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and practices applied to construction areas and office spaces
Knowledge of codes, ordinances, and policies applicable to a particular inspection discipline(s)
Ability to read and write the English language at a level of proficiency necessary for effective job performance
Ability to apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine work product and materials
Ability to recognize correct installations of building systems; detect defects and faults in construction work product and materials
Ability to detect deviations from plans, regulations, and read and interpret building construction and engineering plans, specifications, and codes
Ability to understand diagrams, specifications, plans, and similar documents at a level necessary for efficient job performance
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, engineers, architects, contractors, tenants, owners, and the general public
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to operate a personal computer and other electronic equipment, including field entry devices and cellular phone
Ability to lift, carry, push, tools, equipment, supplies and plans weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to work within confined spaces, climb ladders, work around power and noise producing equipment, work in confined spaces requiring reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, and crouching
Ability to work in all weather conditions including wet, hot, cold and windy
Ability to access construction areas within construction sites
Ability to work on uneven work surfaces, trenches, slopes, roof structures, framing, and other conditions found in a construction environment
Ability to serve on-call, work after hours, weekends and holidays, during emergency situations, and as required
Ability to anticipate issues and seek resolution through various resources
Ability to provide service to all customers with a professional and sincere attitude; be customer service oriented
Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade
One year of experience performing building inspection work within one or more inspection disciplines for a municipal or county government agency, or three years of journey level experience in the building construction field as a plumber, electrician, carpenter, roofer, or closely related field, within the discipline(s) applied
Completion of 21 units of college level courses in building inspection, construction, or other related areas
One year of experience performing a variety of paraprofessional/technical work related to plan checking and inspections
Possession of either a Building Inspector or Plans Examiner certification by the I.C.C. or other approved certifying organization
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment
Incumbents must possess certification from an approved certifying organization in their specific work discipline(s) and obtain recognition of competency within one year of appointment
Maintenance of required certifications is a condition for continued employment in this classification
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NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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