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Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080. 

The City of Dublin is seeking a Plan Check Engineer to perform, direct, and supervise Plan Check activities of the Building Division within the Community Development Department. Under the direction of the City’s Chief Building Official, performs a full range of plans examination duties to ensure projects and structures are in compliance with laws, ordinances, codes and regulations before permits are issued as well as during construction when changes are made or modifications are desired; performs a full range of customer service duties including assisting, providing information to and answering questions from architects, engineers, builders, and owner; and serves as a resource for the City’s building inspection staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Checks plans, specifications, and calculations on building plans submitted by architects, engineers, contractors, and owners for compliance with structural design, life safety design, grading, soil reports, energy standards, disabled access, and general conformity to applicable ordinances, laws and State building codes.
• Checks plans for accuracy of design and completeness; checks complex plans and calculations to determine loading on roofs, walls, and floors, size and spacing of beams, rafters, and joists, amount and size of reinforcing in concrete members, type of structural connections and adequacy of design to meet earthquake, wind load, and material stress and Title 24 requirements. 
• Makes independent analysis, when required, to justify the adequacy and safety of questionable designs.
• Answers questions and gives instructions to architects, engineers, contractors, and owners regarding building requirements to achieve compliance standards; seeks to solve engineering problems as necessary.
• Calculates and collects building, and related fees.
• Keeps abreast of new building construction methods and materials.
• Oversee the issuance of permits after plan review approval.
• Makes field inspections as required or assigned. 
• Coordinates and participates in the City’s plan review process; coordinates with other staff to determine which projects to review in-house and which to have reviewed by outside consultants and contract review services. 
• Performs a full range of plan review related duties; reviews engineering reports, drawings, specifications and calculations for buildings to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and ordinances; interprets codes and regulations in the performance of plan check activities. 
• Consults and provides support to engineers, architects, contractors, designers and others regarding matters such as design, engineering and regulations governing building plans; analyzes building designs to ensure basic engineering principles have been achieved.
• Coordinates the plan review process of a submitted building permit for complex construction projects with other City staff, outside agencies and professional consultants. 
• Provides technical information and compliance methods concerning building codes and other health and safety codes to the public and customers.
• Reviews and analyzes commercial, industrial and complex residential building plans, structural calculations, specifications and reports for conformance with applicable codes, ordinances and accepted design and construction practices.
• Checks specifications for buildings and other structures involving installation, repair, replacement, and alteration for compliance with applicable codes and regulations. 
• Provides a full range of customer service; responds to complex and difficult inquires and requests for information; responds to public and agency technical and non-technical inquiries by phone, e-mail, fax, and at the counter; explains requirements of various laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. 
• Assists and works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and their representatives in submitting plans and other documents, applying for permits, and on other matters relating to building permits. 
• May perform field inspections and advises/assists Contract Building Inspectors regarding structural and other problems arising in the field. 
• Provides technical and professional assistance/advice to the City’s Building Official; participates in policy development. 
• Recommend the appointment of Division personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the assigned unit.
• Provides technical and functional direction for assigned staff; prepares written performance evaluations; prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; instructs employees as required. 
• Performs required duties under the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and disaster response.
• Maintains records and prepares a variety of correspondence and documentation related to plan review and permit matters. 
• Maintains current knowledge of all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations and of approved methods, materials and equipment pertaining to building and construction; attends meetings and conferences of inspection officials. 
• Ensures that plan checks are processed in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the Division’s budget. 
• May assume the responsibility for supervision for all Division functions in the absence of the Chief Building Official. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

ABOUT FREMONT

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million.  

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.   

THE POSITION

The Maintenance Services Division of the Public Works Department is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Worker to provide maintenance support for all public facilities, such as City Hall, Historic Homes, Fire Stations, Police Department, Recreation facilities and Rental Housing.  This position is focused on the area of general maintenance, with an emphasis on locksmithing.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- General Assignments
- Work independently to install, troubleshoot, repair, service, and maintain all aspects within the scope of general maintenance and locksmithing.
- Build, assemble, transport, install and/or repair facility furnishings and fixtures.
- Assist Building Maintenance Field Supervisor in coordination of work, requisitioning of supplies and inspection of work performed by contractors.
- Provide training and guidance to other trades workers. --
- Provide onsite coordination/consultation with and communication to, outside contractors regarding the location and repair of systems and structures bordering the area involved in the contract work.

General Maintenance Assignments

-Maintain and reconfigure systems furniture.
- Install, repair, and maintain floor coverings such as carpet, VCT tile, ceramic tile, linoleum, etc.
- Maintain, repair, and construct roof systems.

Carpentry/Metal Working Assignments

- Perform rough and finish maintenance carpentry on commercial, public, and residential buildings.
- Install, repair, or replace walls, doors, windows, building hardware, fencing and gates.
- Perform construction carpentry and cabinet making.
- Fabricate wood structures and fixtures using common power tools.
- Fabricate and weld metal structures and fixtures.

Locksmithing Assignments

- Perform maintenance and repair work on commercial doors
- Install, maintain, and repair surface mount and concealed door closers
- Install, repair, and maintain commercial grade security hardware such as panic bars and mortise locks
- Perform key duplication and the rekeying of locksets using the Master Key System
- Pin locks from various manufacturers such as Best, Sargent, Falcon, Master; both pin and wafer style locks.
- Pick cabinet locks, padlocks, and entry locksets.
- Work with electronic card access control devices.

Painting Assignments

- Prepare, wash, patch, and sand surfaces to be painted or stained.
- Install, repair, or replace drywall, tape, mud, texture, and plaster.
- Paint a variety of interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spraying equipment.
- Repair, remove, and hang wallpaper.
- Use stain, varnish, and lacquer in finishing cabinets, countertops, doors, and other surfaces.
- Use metal primers and paints to coat metal surfaces.

THE POSITION

The City is currently seeking a highly energetic, motivated individual for our Chief Building Official. Under direction of the Economic and Community Development Director, the Chief Building Official position is a management position that administers plan check duties, provides building inspections, and functions as Neighborhood Preservation Manager and trains and supervises assigned staff performing those functions; provides expert professional and technical assistance to departmental staff in assigned areas of responsibility; performs related work as required.

THE DIVISION

The Economic and Community Development department is responsible for helping the city grow by balancing jobs and housing by developing long-term strategic plans to attract high-paying jobs for residents as well as maintain housing affordability and keeping Union City a great place to live and work.

THE COMMUNITY AND MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT

The City of Union City, a general law city, is the gateway to the Silicon Valley and a past recipient of the All-America City award. Union City is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are proud of our culturally diverse population of 72,155. We have safe and award winning schools and are close to shopping and transportation. Our community is near parklands such as Coyote Hills and the Alameda Regional Trails. In our residential community you will enjoy over 33 parks, mild climate year round, and a City-owned and operated Sports Center.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing in Money Magazine’s top 50 “Best Places to Live 2016” in the country, and ranking 4th on the “Most Family Friendly” list of California cities by Estately.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 231,664 residents.  As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget for FY 18-19 of approximately $205.7 million.

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Development Department provides community planning, engineering, code enforcement, and building permit and inspection services. Using the City's General Plan and zoning and subdivision ordinances, the Department acts as the steward of the community by assisting the public through mandated development project reviews, the subdivision of land, and related public improvement plans.

To safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare, the Department is also responsible for ensuring that buildings and public improvements are designed and constructed according to established standards and governing regulations. The City's capital assets - such as streets, parks, and public buildings - are designed and constructed under the Department's auspices.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY LIKE FOR THE BUILDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST—ELECTRICAL?

- Perform inspections, plan check, and related duties in the specialized field of electrical building inspections.
- Investigate unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.
- Resolve disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.
- Review building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.
- Meet with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.
- Represent the City at meetings and conferences.
- Review and approve building permits.
- Train staff in assigned building inspection specialty.
- Perform combination building inspection duties.
- Prepare correspondence and reports.
- Maintain building inspection records.
- Utilize computer for tracking projects, writing, and generating reports.

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