What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector I / II position at City of Anaheim, CA?
Description
Building Inspector, I:
Building Inspector, II:
The City of Anaheim Planning Department is seeking a Building Inspector I or 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 is required in one or more California Building inspection related disciplines from the International Code Council (ICC) prior to completion of probationary period as a Building Inspector I. Possession of registration as a Certified Inspector in two or more identified disciplines is required prior to advancement to Building Inspector II.
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.
The department has sole discretion to hire at the Building Inspector I level, or Building Inspector II level based on experience.
Essential Functions
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- 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.
- Conduct building and construction job-site inspections of structures and facilities to determine compliance and enforce structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and related codes and pertinent provisions of state and county health and environmental ordinances; perform periodic and systematic inspections during various phases of construction, from foundation through final construction approval; confer with supervisor or other inspectors regarding unusual situations and/or specialized inspection requirements.
- Read blueprints/construction plans to interpret detailed codes and regulations; explain required inspections and construction requirements to owners, architects, engineers, contractors, developers and others; advise property owners and contractors on matters relevant to building permits, construction methods, materials and types of construction and occupancy; issue correction notices, notices of violation, stop-work orders and other citations, as warranted, within limits of established authority.
- 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:
Building Inspector I: Relevant experience in building inspection or a skilled construction trade. Previous municipal building inspection experience is desired. Minimum one Building inspection related ICC certification is desired.
Building Inspector II: 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 related certifications and municipal building inspection experience is required.
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 work place safety practices; customer relation practices and etiquette.
Have the 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: Building Inspector I requires registration as a Certified Inspector in one or more disciplines from the International code Council (ICC) (prior to completion of the probationary period, and is a condition of continued employment in this classification). Building Inspector II requires possession of registration as a Certified Inspector in two or more disciplines. Possession of registration as a Certified Combination Inspector is preferred.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment is required.
Supplemental Information
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 Friday, February 21, 2025, 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
The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
To view the current benefits summary, visit: https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/30970/Benefits-Summary-Full-Time
For additional information about the City's benefits, visit: www.myanaheimbenefits.com
RETIREMENT BENEFITS – The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
Note: Pension contribution limitations are set by CalPERS each calendar year, with compensation limit requirements for Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) members and Classic members. Employee contributions will be deposited into a 401(a) account after reaching this limit. Employees with CalPERS membership dates prior to July 1, 1996 are not impacted by these limits.
To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/4783/CalPERS-Rates
Salary : $73,445 - $93,746
