Overview
Building Inspector Jobs in Fallon, USA at City of Santa Fe Springs
Position Summary
Churchill County is recruiting for the full-time, regular position of Building Inspector to work in our Public Works, Planning & Building Department and help ensure that building codes are followed and safe structures are built. The Building Inspector inspects residential and commercial building construction, alterations, and repairs to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. We are looking for someone with strong construction knowledge who can work with contractors and homeowners in a professional and courteous manner.
Strong customer service skills are necessary, and the employee must be comfortable and skilled working with computer programs and other technology.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
- Inspects residential and commercial building construction, alterations, repairs and demolitions; ensures compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Inspects commercial and residential connections to water and wastewater systems; liaises with utility contractors to coordinate services and resolve issues.
- Issues building, utility and septic permits and collects fees; accounts for funds and balances daily deposits.
- Notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; issues notices of code violations and/or may confer with the County Building Official on more serious problems and disagreements.
- Coordinates inspection activities with other County departments, public and private agencies.
- Reviews plans and specifications of projects; interprets County codes, notices of violation, occupancy certificates, and work stop orders.
- Reviews parcel maps for suitability of septic system placement and proper zoning.
- Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, County staff, and the general public regarding assigned inspections.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Documents and maintains accurate records of inspections, actions taken and regulatory efforts; prepares written reports and correspondence.
- Performs public counter duties as assigned.
- Develops and maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods and materials; updates code knowledge through regular training sessions.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Two (2) years of college coursework in construction, pre‑engineering, or a field related to the work, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship; and two (2) years of journey‑level experience in a trade; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Principles, practices, codes and regulations related to building inspection.
- Procedures for documenting inspections, correcting violations and carrying through on court procedures as required.
- Concepts, materials and terminology related to building construction.
- Applicable codes and regulations.
- Computer applications related to the work.
- Business and engineering mathematics.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
- Record keeping principles and practices.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone.
Skill Set
- Interpreting and applying appropriate methods, practices, procedures, codes and regulations to building inspection.
- Interpreting construction plans, specifications and related documents.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Organizing, prioritizing and coordinating work activities and meeting critical deadlines.
- Performing residential and basic commercial inspections.
- Documentation of inspections and follow‑through in code violation procedures.
- Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
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Title: Building Inspector
Company: City of Santa Fe Springs
Location: Fallon, USA
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