ICC Certified Building Inspector - Ongoing

Shums Coda Associates, Inc. is a privately held company providing professional Building and Safety Consulting Services to jurisdictions to verify conformance with Building Codes.  We are seeking full-time Building Inspectors I, II and III for our clients in California, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and Nevada.

Building Inspectors are considered highly skilled in performing inspections of both commercial and residential projects, enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building with varied relevant code sets.  The work requires independence, discretion and finesse.

Responsibilities:

Building Inspector I

The Building Inspector I is the entry level class in the Building Inspector series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities.  Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform inspections of a more routine nature and learn City policies and specific methods and techniques of inspection work.  This classification is alternatively staffed with Building Inspector II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

Building Inspector II

The Building Inspector II is the journey level class responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties.  Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections, performing plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes.  The work requires independence and discretion in both field inspections and plan checks. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Building Inspector, in that the latter is responsible for supervision and performance of more complex inspection and assignments.

Building Inspector III

Building Inspector III is the advanced journey level class responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections as outlined in the Inspector I and II classifications, performing architectural plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in administrative support, field inspections and plans examination. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Building Inspector, in that the latter is responsible for supervision and performance of more complex assignments and an advanced level of supervising personnel.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• ICC certified (combination preferred)
• 1+ years of experience working as an inspector in a jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code; working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to detect hazards and violations, and recommend corrective measures during field inspection work; ability to enforce regulations with firmness, consistency, tact and courtesy in field inspection work; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to remain calm, objective, and impartial under stressful conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, contractors, and the general public.
• Competent use of laptop, word processing and inspection software; motor vehicle; portable radio; phone; ladder or scaffolding; tape measure; level, hand tools and reference codes.
• Work is performed mostly in field settings. Considerable outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate testing instruments, tools, computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• The duties of this job occasionally require the employee to climb, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have a high school diploma; some college is highly desirable.
• Must have a valid California Driver License.
• Must successfully complete standard background investigation.