What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Inspector position at City of Bloomington, MN?
Primary Objective
The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to conduct building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for single family homes and conventional remodeling projects in commercial or residential structures.
CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS
- Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
- Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
- Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly
Examples of Duties
- Inspect building, plumbing, and HVAC installations for consistency with codes and approved plans
- Review permits, plans, and materials to ensure they are consistent with codes and approved plans
- Inspect all types of structures, signs, site grading and erosion control provisions for consistency with codes and approved plans.
- Issue certificates of occupancy
- Conduct inspections for housing code compliance
- Create and maintain electronic logs and records via the divisions permitting software
- Assist Division Manager in training employees
- Inform supervisor promptly of matters which are important to the City's interest or the public health, safety, and welfare
- Investigate complaints to determine whether code violations exist
- Research new products and methods used in construction
- Verify contractor licensing
- Provide information responding to people's questions about codes and city procedures
- Perform other duties as apparent or assigned
- Effective time management to ensure on time arrival to scheduled inspections and completion of duties assigned
- Effectively use technology to perform essential job duties
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Building, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC installations conform to codes as a result of inspections
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively utilize technology and computer programs within B & I division
- Ability to ensure inspections, reports, plan reviews, and related tasks are completed on schedule
- Oral communication is calm, clear, and presented with confidence
- Public communication is responsive, considerate, and respects the need for confidentiality
- Maintains effective work relationships with supervisor, coworkers, industry professionals, contractors, and residents
- Keeps up to date on and complies with administrative policies and procedures
- Promptly identifies and corrects violations and/or complaints
- Reports and written communications are clear, brief, and accurate
- Promptly responds to complaints or questions regarding program areas
- Work inspected consistently conforms to code requirements
Minimum/Desirable Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated knowledge of the International Building Code and/or Minnesota State Plumbing Code and/or MN Mechanical or Fuel Gas Code and/or National Electrical Code, and inspection procedures, or applicable codes as determined by the City
- The minimum qualifications of a Trade Inspector as determined by the City
- Two years municipal building and trade inspection experience or equivalent years of experience in Building construction as determined by the City.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to understand plans
- Valid driver's license
- State of MN Certified Building Official or ability to obtain within one year
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- ICC certified as a building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical inspector or ICC Plans examiner
- State of MN Delegation for inspections or plan review
- Ability to speak a second language that is prevalent in the community
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
This position does not supervise others.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $44.65 – $49.22 Hourly
2025 Full Salary Range: $44.65 – $55.40 Hourly
Full-Time; Non-Exempt; AFSCME Union; Benefits Eligible per Union Contract
The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change
Benefits for regular, full-time employees of the City of Bloomington (with the exception of 24 hour firefighters and 24 hour fire fighter/paramedics) include the following:
- 10 days paid vacation per year
- 13 days paid personal leave per year
- 13 paid holidays per year
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Employee health and dental insurance
- Paid employee life insurance
- Paid employee disability insurance
- Employer/employee paid pension
- Deferred compensation
- Tuition assistance program
- Health club membership reimbursement
- Flexible spending account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Other optional benefits
- Great suburban location, on bus line
- Free employee parking
- (Union contracts may vary from the above list.)
Salary : $45 - $55
