City of Manteca, CA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Senior Building Inspector, inspect residential buildings and assist with the inspection of commercial buildings in various stages of construction for compliance with approved plans and applicable codes; review blueprints for code compliance; respond to questions and concerns from the public regarding building construction inquiries. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Building Inspector I is the entry-level classification in the series. Incumbents perform the more routine and less complex building inspection duties in residential and commercial building projects. The Building Inspector II is the journey-level classification in the series and is assigned more complex residential and commercial inspection duties with a broader scope of activities and responsibilities. Building Inspector I Salary: $65, $79,725.15
Building Inspector II Salary: $72, $87,935.54 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform on-site inspection to determine compliance with building ordinances, codes, and regulations and adherence to original plans and specifications. Review applications, calculate permit fees, review plans and applications for building permits, and issue building permits. Review plans and applications for compliance with applicable codes. Inspect residential buildings and assist with the inspection of commercial buildings in various stages of construction for compliance with approved plans and applicable codes, review blueprints for code compliance. Investigate violations and complaints; inspect and analyze standard building construction and identify code violations; recommend corrective actions as appropriate; maintain related files and records. Confer with design professionals, contractors, the general public and others; explain and interpret code requirements or other issues as necessary. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to construction inspections. Operate and work from ladders and scaffolding; operate a computer, assigned software and standard office equipment; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work. Communicate with a variety of State and City departments, utilities and others to resolve issues, compliance or concerns, coordinate activities, and exchange information. Participate in various training activities as assigned. Review with staff and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and ordinance related to building inspection. Review with staff and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and ordinance related to building inspection. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Approved and modern methods, materials, tools and safety standards related to building inspection and construction activities. Proper building materials and applications. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Building permit policies and procedures. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Learn applicable terminology, codes, laws, rules and regulations related to building inspections. Read building plans and blueprints and properly identify components. Perform building inspections including examining the components and interpreting the conditions of the structure. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Learn to inspect and analyze standard building construction and identify code violations. Perform mathematical calculations. Maintain records and prepare reports. Prioritize and schedule work. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and work within scope of authority. Operate a vehicle to conduct work. Meet schedules and time lines. Operate tools and equipment utilized in the construction trade. Report to work every scheduled workday. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Building Inspector I: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of journey-level experience in construction work and the building trades involving work done in conformance with building, plumbing, mechanic, and electrical codes. Building Inspector II: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and education, training, and experience equivalent to two years of experience as a Building Inspector I with the City of Manteca. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Building Inspector I: Valid California driver's license. Incumbents in this classification must possess or obtain an ICC Certificate as a Building Inspector within one year of the date of hire. Building Inspector II:Valid California driver's license.Valid ICC Certificate as a Building Inspector. In addition, must have certification in one or more of the following ICC Certifications as a Plumbing, Mechanical, or Electrical Inspection.Incumbents in this classification must possess or obtain ICC Certification as a Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Inspector within two years of the date of hire. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING CONDITIONS Environment:
Indoor and outdoor environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Seasonal heat, cold, and adverse weather conditions.
Noise from equipment operation. Physical Demands: Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate testing equipment.
Seeing to conduct inspections.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects.
Climbing ladders and stairs.
Stooping, bending, crawling.
Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Hazards: Working at heights and below ground.
General hazards associated with construction sites.
Exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases and odors. The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. This recruitment may close prior to the advertised date, once we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.
Under the direction of the Senior Building Inspector, inspect residential buildings and assist with the inspection of commercial buildings in various stages of construction for compliance with approved plans and applicable codes; review blueprints for code compliance; respond to questions and concerns from the public regarding building construction inquiries. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Building Inspector I is the entry-level classification in the series. Incumbents perform the more routine and less complex building inspection duties in residential and commercial building projects. The Building Inspector II is the journey-level classification in the series and is assigned more complex residential and commercial inspection duties with a broader scope of activities and responsibilities. Building Inspector I Salary: $65, $79,725.15
Building Inspector II Salary: $72, $87,935.54 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform on-site inspection to determine compliance with building ordinances, codes, and regulations and adherence to original plans and specifications. Review applications, calculate permit fees, review plans and applications for building permits, and issue building permits. Review plans and applications for compliance with applicable codes. Inspect residential buildings and assist with the inspection of commercial buildings in various stages of construction for compliance with approved plans and applicable codes, review blueprints for code compliance. Investigate violations and complaints; inspect and analyze standard building construction and identify code violations; recommend corrective actions as appropriate; maintain related files and records. Confer with design professionals, contractors, the general public and others; explain and interpret code requirements or other issues as necessary. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to construction inspections. Operate and work from ladders and scaffolding; operate a computer, assigned software and standard office equipment; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work. Communicate with a variety of State and City departments, utilities and others to resolve issues, compliance or concerns, coordinate activities, and exchange information. Participate in various training activities as assigned. Review with staff and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and ordinance related to building inspection. Review with staff and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and ordinance related to building inspection. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Approved and modern methods, materials, tools and safety standards related to building inspection and construction activities. Proper building materials and applications. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Building permit policies and procedures. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Learn applicable terminology, codes, laws, rules and regulations related to building inspections. Read building plans and blueprints and properly identify components. Perform building inspections including examining the components and interpreting the conditions of the structure. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Learn to inspect and analyze standard building construction and identify code violations. Perform mathematical calculations. Maintain records and prepare reports. Prioritize and schedule work. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and work within scope of authority. Operate a vehicle to conduct work. Meet schedules and time lines. Operate tools and equipment utilized in the construction trade. Report to work every scheduled workday. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Building Inspector I: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of journey-level experience in construction work and the building trades involving work done in conformance with building, plumbing, mechanic, and electrical codes. Building Inspector II: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and education, training, and experience equivalent to two years of experience as a Building Inspector I with the City of Manteca. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Building Inspector I: Valid California driver's license. Incumbents in this classification must possess or obtain an ICC Certificate as a Building Inspector within one year of the date of hire. Building Inspector II:Valid California driver's license.Valid ICC Certificate as a Building Inspector. In addition, must have certification in one or more of the following ICC Certifications as a Plumbing, Mechanical, or Electrical Inspection.Incumbents in this classification must possess or obtain ICC Certification as a Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Inspector within two years of the date of hire. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING CONDITIONS Environment:
Indoor and outdoor environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Seasonal heat, cold, and adverse weather conditions.
Noise from equipment operation. Physical Demands: Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate testing equipment.
Seeing to conduct inspections.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects.
Climbing ladders and stairs.
Stooping, bending, crawling.
Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Hazards: Working at heights and below ground.
General hazards associated with construction sites.
Exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases and odors. The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. This recruitment may close prior to the advertised date, once we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.