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Building Inspector II

Building Inspector II

City Of Anaheim, CACity of Anaheim, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

The City of Anaheim Planning Department  is seeking a Building Inspecto r II who is motivated, reliable, and experienced to provide the utmost professional customer service experience. The Building Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections of new and altered structures and enforcing all national, state, and city codes or standards as applied to residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Possession of registration as a Certified Inspector in two or more identified disciplines is required.

Ideal candidates will possess inspection experience for a municipal agency and possess registration as a Certified Combination Inspector from the International Code Council.

Under general supervision, candidate performs skilled inspection work in enforcing provisions of the California Building Codes in the construction and alteration of buildings and structures; issues correction and other notices when work is not in conformance with codes and standards; explains inspection findings and construction requirements to owners, engineers, contractors and others; maintains effective customer relationships in representing the City and Building Services.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

Essential Functions

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  • Review, prioritize, route and schedule daily inspection assignments.
  • Confirm inspection time windows with property owners, contractors, developers and others.
  • Review available plans and other documents for inspections to be performed.
  • Assist in or conduct special investigations as assigned.
  • Coordinate building inspection activities with other City departments and divisions.
  • Utilize permit tracking system and specialized software / hardware to record inspection findings, maintain inspection and permit records and develop notices, forms, reports and correspondence.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of building inspections conducted.
  • File completed permits; prepare necessary reports and correspondence.
  • Carry out assigned responsibilities in accordance with Division customer service standards and expectations.
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Experience / Certification :

  • Journey level building inspection experience in performance of a wide variety of construction work performed in conformance with building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes.
  • Minimum of two Building inspection related ICC certifications is required along with municipal building inspection experience being preferred.

    • Knowledge of :

  • Methods, techniques and protocols for conducting various types of building and construction inspections.
  • Methods and practices used in various building construction craft areas, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and structural framing, as applicable to residential, commercial and industrial buildings and facilities; laws, ordinances and codes regulating building construction.
  • Appropriate safety and fire prevention methods in construction.
  • Occupational hazards and standard workplace safety practices.
  • Customer relation practices and etiquette.

    • Ability to :

  • Read and interpret blueprints, plans and specifications for buildings and construction to determine compliance of plans with codes and regulations.
  • Inspect construction sites during construction and interpret, explain and enforce a wide range of California Building Code provisions and regulations with courtesy and tact.
  • Examine workmanship and materials; detect deviations from plans, standard construction practices and code requirements and identify defective and unsafe construction.
  • Make sound judgments within established codes, procedures and guidelines.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Resolve job-related issues with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and others, while exercising tact, diplomacy and good customer relations practices.
  • Establish and maintain effective, customer focused relationships with those encountered in the course of work.

    • License / Certification Required :

  • ICC Certified Inspector in two or more disciplines is required to be eligible for our Building Inspector II position.
  • Registration as a Certified Combination Inspector is highly desirable.
  • Possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment is required.

    • Please be advised of the following environment / working conditions :

    Environmental Conditions : Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents are exposed to field and construction site environments; travel from site to site throughout the workday; and have extensive public contact.

    Physical Conditions : Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; bend, stoop, kneel and crawl; walk over uneven and slippery surfaces; operate vehicles; and have sufficient visual acuity to conduct inspections.

    Supplemental Information

    IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION

    Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is October 21, 2024,  at 5 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.  The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and / or additional vacancies throughout the City.Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug / alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.Communication regarding your application and / or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

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