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BUILDING INSPECTOR I

Temporary

SALARY:                   $26.55 to $37.37 hourly

FINAL FILING DATE:                       CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Building Inspector I in the Development Services Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a wide variety of light commercial and residential building inspection duties at various stages of construction, alteration and repair for compliance with California building code, plumbing code, electrical code, and local ordinances; provide technical assistance to other inspection staff; and to provide information and assistance to the public.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Building Inspector I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from the Building Inspection Supervisor and may receive technical and functional supervision from the Senior Building Inspector.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Enforce building related codes, including adopted California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electric Code, California Residential Code, California Green Building Code, California Energy Code, and local ordinances.
• Read and interpret construction plans and documents; perform on-site inspections at various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes; research issues for code compliance; issue correction notices and citations.
• Perform on-site inspections of footings and foundations, framing electrical installations, plumbing and mechanical systems; inspect general framing and structure of building ensuring that sheathing and shear are properly secured, framing materials are of correct size and material and that the wall, roof, and floor systems match the plans and specs for design and layout.
• Inspect foundation prior to placement of concrete, checking size and placement of steel for reinforcement.
• Inspect plumbing for size, locations, and installation of all piping within the building and servicing the building; inspect mechanical systems for equipment, including location, duct sizing, emergency shutoffs, smoke and fire damper installations and locations.
• Inspect electrical systems for proper wire sizing, installation, and location, with the proper ratings of servicing equipment and fixtures.
• Inspect swimming pools and spas for steel placement prior to gunite, electrical, plumbing, and gas lines associated with pool or spa, inspect deck thickness and installation of all equipment.
• Investigate complaints regarding building related issues; assist residents with compliance issues.
• Maintain records of building and inspection activity and complete related reports daily.
• Assist in researching code questions, construction techniques and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings.
• Respond to complex and sensitive building issues; follow up on daily inspections with contractors, architects, engineers and building owners either personally, by telephone, or in writing.
• Interact with the public to verify and enforce safe building practices.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public, using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
• Building related codes and ordinances enforceable by the City, including the adopted California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Residential, Energy, Green Building and Mechanical Codes; research methods and sources of information related to building code enforcement.

Ability to:

• Learn to apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspect of the job; analyze technical plans and reports; prepare inspection reports; know and understand, interpret, and explain department and program policies, procedures, rules, codes, laws, and operations procedures; observe, analyze, evaluate, and solve building inspection problems/issues, taking appropriate course of action; remember various building inspection rules and codes.
• On a continuous basis, sit at a desk or stand at a counter for long periods of time; twist to reach equipment or materials surrounding desk; stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, and bend while performing field inspection duties; talk, push, pull or perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
• Learn to read and interpret complex building plans, specifications and building codes; detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices; research code issues; enforce building codes and construction standards
• Learn to provide technical assistance and make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately.
• Learn to enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact.
• Learn to determine whether construction systems conform to requirements.
• Learn to apply rules, codes and policies regarding zoning, environmental matters, and other regulations to field situations.
• Understand and follow safety regulations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Three years of journey level building construction experience.

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level coursework or certification in Building Inspection Technology, California Electrical Code (C.E.C.), California Building Code (C.B.C.), California Mechanical Code (C.M.C.),California Plumbing Code (C.P.C) or California Residential Code (C.R.C).

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of International Code Council (I.C.C.) certification as a building inspector within two years of date of appointment

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

2. How many years of full time experience do you have performing journey level building construction duties?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5-6 years
• 6+ years

3. How many years of full time experience do you have performing building inspection duties of light commercial and residential buildings?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5-6 years
• 6+ years

4. Please provide a detailed list of your certifications by International Code Council (I.C.C.) and International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (I.A.P.M.O.) as well as any California Specific Certifications you may hold.  Please list the certification, year obtained and expiration date.

5. Please indicate your completed college level coursework in the following fields.  Check all that apply.

• None
• Building Inspection Technology
• California Electrical Code (C.E.C)
• California Building Code (C.B.C)
• California Mechanical Code (C.M.C)
• California Plumbing Code (C.P.C)
• California Residential Code (C.R.C)

6. Please detail your experience inspecting Residential Single Family and Multi-Family projects for compliance with the minimum code requirements of the California Code of Regulations.

7. Please detail your experience inspecting commercial projects for compliance with the minimum code requirements of the California Code of Regulations.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

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The City of Milpitas is seeking a temporary contracted Building Inspector for a minimum of 1 year to inspect routine and complex building systems to assure compliance.

The Temporary Building Inspector is responsible for inspecting routine and complex structural building systems at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair to assure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances and regulations; and assisting in the review of building plans and specifications to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.

Supervision Received and Exercised - The Temporary Building Inspector receives general supervision from the Senior Building Inspector and/or the Senior Housing & Neighborhood Preservation Specialist. This position may exercise technical or functional supervision over new building inspection staff.

Examples of Duties - duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

·          Complete and maintain a variety of records on a computer, prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence.

·          Conduct inspections to determine compliance with California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy and Green Building Codes pertinent provisions of County health and environmental ordinances.

·          Create and revise housing rehabilitation project work estimates; participate in contractor’s bid process and bid review.

·          Oversee and monitor rehabilitation projects to ensure that work is properly performed and to ensure that no substandard materials are used in accordance with HUD requirements.

·          Confer with developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the general public.

·          Inspect foundation, cement, framing, plastering, and a large variety of other complex and routine structural building system elements such as stell, concrete, masonary, wood and other structural member factors.

·          Examine grade, quality, and treatment of lumber, cement, lath, wire, and composition.

·          Inspect air conditioning, plumbing, and routine electrical systems.

·          Assure proper and safe installations of routine electrical systems.

·          Perform field review of plans and specifications.

·          Apply proper inspection techniques to examine the quality of work and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.

Knowledge and Abilities

The candidate would have knowledge of:

·         Building related codes and ordinances enforceable by the City, specifically the California

·         Building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy, Green Building Code and Milpitas Municipal Code.

·         Principles and techniques of building inspection work.

·         Construction contracts and requirements.

·         HUD regulations related to housing rehabilitation.

·         Lead-based paint.

·         A variety of zoning, general land use, and related City codes.

·         Building and related codes including zoning ordinances and other City codes and regulations.

·         Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction.

And ability to:

·         Advise on standards of construction methods and requirements.

·         Prepare and revise project cost estimates and reports.

·         Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with homeowners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, City staff and the general public.

·         Apply City codes and policies regarding zoning and other regulations to field situations.

·         Work independently without supervision.

·         Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact.

·         Use Windows, Excel, and Word computer programs.

·         Keep abreast of current construction standards, codes, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications     

Experience:  Five (5) years of responsible experience in the journey level trades or as a contractor in a variety of building construction activities, including three years minimum experience as a building inspector.

    Education:    Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.

License and Certificates:   

-       Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License.

-      Certification as a Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Inspector by the ICC. Additional ICC Certifications are highly desirable.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

Typically, work is performed at construction sites and in an office environment; exposure to outdoor elements; extensive use of the telephone and radio; repetitive keyboarding on a computer; ability to walk on uneven ground; reach (including overhead); squat, bend, lift, crawl, and climb; push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds; drive daily to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas; ability to work safely in a hard-hat construction zone is essential; exposure to construction-related chemicals and products; may be required to crawl in confined spaces.

Selection Process

Applicants whose qualifications best meet our current needs will be invited to participate in the selection process that may consist of an assessment of the candidate’s written skills, computer skills, and an oral board interview.  Candidates who successfully pass the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list.  All candidates will be advised of their status once a finalist has been selected.

To Apply 

Only online applications via CalOpps will be accepted. Visit the City of Milpitas website at www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov or www.calopps.org to apply. Copies of required certificates (if applicable), must be scanned into one document, along with a resume, and attached to your application by the filing date.

A complete job description is available on the City of Milpitas website:  www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov (under Employment, Job Specs) or from Human Resources - (408) 586-3090.

The City reserves the right to close or re-open the recruitment at any time. Incomplete and/or inaccurate application materials may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Benefits

 This is a temporary, benefited position.  For further information about benefits please visit http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Temporary-Employee-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf or call our Human Resources Office at (408)586-3090.

The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer.  Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination, and selection process will be made upon request to Human Resources at (408) 586-3090.

The information contained in this announcement does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and these provisions are subject to change.