Construction and Building Code Inspector

Job Overview
Are you passionate about construction, engineering, and public safety? TheCity of New Orleans is looking for Building Inspectors at multiple levels to ensure compliance with building codes, zoning laws, and safety regulations. Whether you’re just starting your career or have years of experience, we have an opportunity for you! The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that construction projects comply with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards. This role requires a strong understanding of construction practices, the ability to analyze blueprints and schematics, and a commitment to quality control throughout the construction process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of residential and commercial buildings at various stages of construction.
• Analyze blueprints and schematics to ensure compliance with design specifications and building codes.
• Perform quality inspections on materials and workmanship to verify adherence to standards.
• Review contracts and documentation related to construction projects for accuracy and completeness.
• Collect research data on building practices, materials, and code changes to inform inspection processes.
• Collaborate with contractors, architects, and engineers to address any compliance issues or concerns.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports outlining findings, recommendations, and required corrective actions.
• Stay updated on local building codes, regulations, and industry best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Building Inspector (Entry-Level)- Two (2) years (60 semester hours) of university or trade school training in an architecture, engineering, or construction technology curriculum from an accredited college or university* and one (1) year of full-time experience in architecture or building construction involving inspection, drafting, designing or building
• OR: A Bachelor's Degree in architecture, engineering, historic preservation, or construction technology from an accredited college or university.*
• OR: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university* and an active certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Building Inspector.*

If you are passionate about ensuring the highest standards in building safety and quality, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Building Inspector.

What We Offer:

Work-life Balance

• 14 paid holidays in 2023.
• 13 paid vacation days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus vacation days the longer you are employed.
• 13 paid sick days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus sick days the longer you are employed.
• Use or lose your days, off? Not here! You can roll an unlimited number of unused sick days and up to 45 unused vacation days to the next year.
• We pay you for unused vacation and sick days when you leave City government.
• Depending on your job, your department may also offer remote work, flexible schedules, and/or shift work

Great Insurance Benefits

• We offer healthcare plans as low as $60.31 biweekly for individual employees. Our plan covers medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision. Hate going to the doctor's office? It also includes access to telemedicine. Plan members can also opt to cover their children, spouses and same or opposite sex registered domestic partners.
• We also offer a Flexible Spending Account that can reduce taxes for employees by allowing for pre-tax contributions for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs.
• A completely free $25,000 life insurance policy is also available for all full-time employees.

Career Development

Join a workplace committed to fostering professional growth and development .Our Employee Growth and Development Division offers free courses in over 50 topics including Leadership, Personal Finance, Conflict Management, Excel, Managing Stress, and Business Writing.

Be a catalyst for change, and let your passion for service find purpose with us. Together, let's create a legacy that resonates with the heartbeat of our community. Your journey to meaningful impact starts with the City of New Orleans !

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,086.00 - $85,112.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• ICC Certification as a Residential Building Inspector (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Orleans, LA 70112: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,086 - $85,112