What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector Specialist - Plumbing/Mechanical position at City of Glendale, AZ?
Description
About Us:
The City of Glendale’s Development Services Department is made up of the Building Safety, Planning, and GIS/Mapping Divisions. These Departments serve the City and its citizens to ensure building code standards are met, structure plans are reviewed to ensure safety and proper code/zoning requirements are adhered to, all planning and development projects have had a through permit review process, and that the latest GIS databases and Maps have all the latest information.
The Role:
The Building Inspector Specialist performs building inspections and plan reviews within area of specialization to ensure compliance with the City's building, electrical, mechanical/plumbing codes, abatement policies, other City ordinances, and State and Federal laws for the Building Safety Division of the Development Services Department.
Salary:
This position is:
- FLSA non-exempt, and will earn overtime for any hours worked over 40 in a week.
- This position is a Grade 318 with an hourly salary between $30.3404 - $45.5106.
Benefits:
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY24 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information.
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:
Regular status positions offer:
The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays.
- Vacation leave accrues at:
- 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year)
- Increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years
- Then caps out at 7.6 hours after 10 years of service.
Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year).
Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day.
Retirement:
- This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
- Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12.27%.
Why Choose Glendale:
The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you'll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to the 101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently.
At the City of Glendale you'll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.
Essential Functions
- Performs specialized inspections in the electrical, structural, plumbing/mechanical and the abatement of hazardous structures.
- Works closely with other inspectors, the fire department, and the police department and coordinate efforts relating to hazardous structures
- Works with business owners, property owners, homeowners and their agents to address potentially unsafe structures and address deficiencies
- Facilitates, attends and testifies in public hearings for unsafe structures
- Posts structures as unsafe to use/occupy when warranted and orders the vacation of such structures
- Works with senior city management, council members and legal staff
- Understand and apply legal concepts as they relate to unsafe structures, property rights, and the rights of individuals when performing their duties
- Performs specialized and complex inspections on large industrial, commercial, and residential buildings, during stages of construction, installation and remodeling to ensure compliance with codes, laws, regulations, and accepted practices in area of specialization.
- Interprets code requirements and restrictions for architects, contractors, builders and the public.
- Reviews and analyzes plans to ensure compliance with building codes and ordinances, and City, State and Federal requirements.
- Makes independent field decisions regarding materials or installations based on code requirements, intent of code requirements, or approved construction methods.
- Researches and evaluates new materials and methods of installation in area of specialization and prepares written and oral recommendations and decisions.
- Reviews city codes and department policies and makes recommendations for change based on technical engineering changes in area of specialization.
- Serves as a city representative on committees regarding building codes and public hearings.
- Provides technical training for general building inspectors in area of specialization.
- Negotiates alternative solutions at job sites to gain code compliance.
- Determines extent of damage and required corrections to abate damaged or dilapidated structures.
- Issues notices and citations; investigates complaints or problem situations.
- Prepares reports and maintains files of inspections, investigations, permits and projects.
- Provides quality customer service.
- Operates city vehicles.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of college or vocational coursework in building construction, drafting, engineering or a related field and four (4) years experience in Commercial Building Construction or two (2) years experience performing journey level inspections in area of specialization.
Knowledge of:
- Legal requirements related to Code Enforcement
- City codes and ordinances in area of specialization, e.g. structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical inspections applicable to commercial/industrial construction
- Materials and methods of construction or installation used in area of specialization
- City codes, ordinances, materials, and methods of construction and installation in other areas of specialization
- Building safety and inspection methods and the phases of construction where defects may be detected and corrective measures taken
- Research methods and sources of information related to construction components in area of specialization
- Legal aspects of building codes
- Plan review process and procedures
Ability to:
- Exercise independent judgment and make on-site, complex, specialized technical decisions
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff, contractors, homeowners, architects, engineers, and developers
- Interpret and explain technical building codes, ordinances, plans, diagrams, and specifications
- Prepare and maintain complete and accurate records and reports
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Negotiate effectively and obtain regulatory compliance
- Operate city vehicles
Special Requirements:
- Must have current Arizona driver's license at the time of hire.
- Must obtain ICC Certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector - M2 or Commercial Plumbing Inspector - P2 within 6 months of hire.
- This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing.
Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational
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This 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 position change.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Physical Requirements:
Work requires climbing, bending, stooping and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions:
Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles. Includes the potential exposure to energized electrical services, hazardous materials, open trenches and open heights while performing inspections.
Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=15209085&pageId=15331883
Salary : $30 - $46
