Building Safety Inspector II or III, A-Level Electrical Inspector

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT :

The Building Safety Division of the Community Development Department interprets and enforces the state-mandated building codes through a process of education and a clear and fair application of the specialty codes. Responsibilities include the review of all submitted residential and commercial plans, and the inspection of all building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire suppression, and manufactured dwellings.

ABOUT THE COUNTY :

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Locatedin the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon.We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB :

This position is for an A-Level Electrical Inspector.

The A-Level Electrical Inspectors are field inspection positions. This is the senior-level in the Building Safety Inspector job series. Incumbents inspect complex commercial and industrial projects, as well as residential projects and have a thorough knowledge of both construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies and procedures; applies considerable knowledge of the techniques and procedures required to independently manage building safety inspection projects, and identify and resolve compliance issues.

Key Responsibilities :

• Reviews a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial construction plans and documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and accepted engineering practices.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of inspection records and technical documentation; reviews Department records and identifies technical and clerical errors in plans and technical documents.
• Interprets and applies principles, practices, procedures, regulations, and ordinances governing the Deschutes County CDD; conducts research on technical issues and project proposals to assist citizens, developers, and CDD personnel; provides information and recommendations within scope of authority.

What You Will Bring :

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Review the full job description by clicking HERE. Building Safety Inspector II :

$6,004.15 to $8,046.13 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

Building SafetyInspector III

$6,619.58 to $8,870.87 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

Salary placement is dependent upon education, experience, and certification. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS :

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours / month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

This position is opened until filled.

Building Safety Inspector II :

Requires possession of one or more Oregon A-level specialty certifications : A-level Oregon Electrical Inspector (EI) must be one of the certifications.

Building Safety Inspector III :

Requires possession of multiple Inspector certifications from State of Oregon, Building Codes Division; A-level Oregon Electrical Inspector and two or more 1 & 2 family certifications in building, mechanical, or plumbing.

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE : Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Oregon OIC (Oregon Inspector Certificate) and an A-Level Electrical Inspector certification (EI).

Must be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions such as rough dirt roads.

Depending on the role, the balance of time is spent in the field in all types of weather requiring the ability to drive a variety of vehicles, walk on uneven surfaces, climb into trenches and on ladders, crawl into confined spaces, etc., exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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