San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport
Building Inspector II/III
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Overview
The County of San Luis Obispo Planning & Building Department is recruiting for two Building Inspectors to join the Building Division. Building Inspectors II and III perform inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and public construction projects to ensure compliance with building codes, ordinances, and safety regulations. They review plans, issue permits and correction notices and enforce regulations to protect public safety. Inspectors III, at the more advanced level, provide expertise across all inspection areas, mentor and train junior staff, and act as a consultant on complex or specialized issues. Work is performed throughout the county at active construction sites and requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities
Conduct on-site inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and public construction projects at all phases, including new construction, remodels, additions, and abatement of substandard conditions. Verify compliance with building codes, ordinances, land use regulations, and safety standards for structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grading, and accessibility elements. Review construction plans and specifications for code compliance and issue permits, stop-work orders, or correction notices as necessary. Document inspection results through accurate records, written reports, and photographs; maintain clear communication with contractors, property owners, and staff. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior inspectors and support personnel (especially for Inspector III). Act as a technical resource or consultant on complex or specialized construction and code compliance issues (Inspector III). Respond to public inquiries, provide code-related advice, and resolve questions or disputes on-site. Travel throughout the county to perform inspections at various construction sites. Distinguishing Characteristics
Building Inspector II:
This is the fully qualified journey worker level in the series. Incumbents, under general supervision, independently perform a full range of inspections in all program areas and types of construction; assists in training and supervising the work of subordinate inspectors and support personnel. Building Inspector III:
This is the lead worker/specialist level in the Building Inspector Series. Incumbents, under direction, independently perform inspections on all types and sizes of building projects and, in addition, have thorough expertise in all basic inspection areas: electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grading, accessibility; assist in the training and orientation of subordinate inspectors and support staff; act as consultant in specialty areas. Work Hours
This position works from 7 am to 3:30 pm and requires travel throughout the county to perform inspections as needed. Recruitment and Application
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County. Minimum Qualifications require a combination of education, training, and experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities described. Minimum Qualifications
Building Inspector II: An example qualifying education and experience includes: Either A: One year of experience as a Building Inspector I or an equivalent position; or B: Three years of experience utilizing the uniform construction codes in the construction and building trades. Building Inspector III: Two years of experience as a Building Inspector or an equivalent position. Licenses and Certifications
A valid California driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment; and certification in the Uniform Building Code is required within one year of appointment for all inspector positions and must be maintained throughout employment. Application Process
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. Contact and Additional Information
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
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The County of San Luis Obispo Planning & Building Department is recruiting for two Building Inspectors to join the Building Division. Building Inspectors II and III perform inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and public construction projects to ensure compliance with building codes, ordinances, and safety regulations. They review plans, issue permits and correction notices and enforce regulations to protect public safety. Inspectors III, at the more advanced level, provide expertise across all inspection areas, mentor and train junior staff, and act as a consultant on complex or specialized issues. Work is performed throughout the county at active construction sites and requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities
Conduct on-site inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and public construction projects at all phases, including new construction, remodels, additions, and abatement of substandard conditions. Verify compliance with building codes, ordinances, land use regulations, and safety standards for structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grading, and accessibility elements. Review construction plans and specifications for code compliance and issue permits, stop-work orders, or correction notices as necessary. Document inspection results through accurate records, written reports, and photographs; maintain clear communication with contractors, property owners, and staff. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior inspectors and support personnel (especially for Inspector III). Act as a technical resource or consultant on complex or specialized construction and code compliance issues (Inspector III). Respond to public inquiries, provide code-related advice, and resolve questions or disputes on-site. Travel throughout the county to perform inspections at various construction sites. Distinguishing Characteristics
Building Inspector II:
This is the fully qualified journey worker level in the series. Incumbents, under general supervision, independently perform a full range of inspections in all program areas and types of construction; assists in training and supervising the work of subordinate inspectors and support personnel. Building Inspector III:
This is the lead worker/specialist level in the Building Inspector Series. Incumbents, under direction, independently perform inspections on all types and sizes of building projects and, in addition, have thorough expertise in all basic inspection areas: electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grading, accessibility; assist in the training and orientation of subordinate inspectors and support staff; act as consultant in specialty areas. Work Hours
This position works from 7 am to 3:30 pm and requires travel throughout the county to perform inspections as needed. Recruitment and Application
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County. Minimum Qualifications require a combination of education, training, and experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities described. Minimum Qualifications
Building Inspector II: An example qualifying education and experience includes: Either A: One year of experience as a Building Inspector I or an equivalent position; or B: Three years of experience utilizing the uniform construction codes in the construction and building trades. Building Inspector III: Two years of experience as a Building Inspector or an equivalent position. Licenses and Certifications
A valid California driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment; and certification in the Uniform Building Code is required within one year of appointment for all inspector positions and must be maintained throughout employment. Application Process
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. Contact and Additional Information
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
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