Combination Inspector I
Combination Inspector I positions perform skilled inspection work as generalists in all fields of building inspection to include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, residential fire sprinkler systems, structural, and storm water inspection; inspect one and two-family residential structures, townhouses, including mobile homes for compliance with applicable City and State Model Building Codes and regulations; investigate complaints of building code violations; maintain records; prepare reports and correction notices; meet with property owners, tenants, and contractors to discuss corrections; utilize computer software on desktop and mobile computers; may assist in training; and perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options:
- One year of full-time experience performing general carpentry, electrical, or plumbing/mechanical work AND a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Two years of full-time experience as an International Code Council (ICC), International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI), or International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) Certified Inspector with a governmental jurisdiction or a private company contracting with a governmental jurisdiction performing combination inspections of residential and/or commercial structures to require compliance with the Uniform Model Codes.
- One year of full-time experience as an ICC, IAEI, or IAPMO Certified Inspector with a governmental jurisdiction or a private company contracting with a governmental jurisdiction performing combination inspections of residential and/or commercial structures to require compliance with the Uniform Model Codes AND an Associate's Degree or Community College Certificate in Construction Inspection or Building Construction Technology.
- Three years of full-time experience reviewing/designing building plans for conformance with Building Codes and Zoning Regulations with a governmental jurisdiction, which must include having the legal authority to enforce and require compliance with the Uniform Model Codes.
- One year of full-time experience reviewing/designing building plans for conformance with Building Codes and Zoning Regulations with a governmental jurisdiction, which must include having the legal authority to enforce and require compliance with the Uniform Model Codes AND a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Four years of full-time experience performing all phases of journey-level carpentry, electrical, or plumbing/mechanical work.
- One year of full-time experience performing all phases of journey-level carpentry, electrical, or plumbing/mechanical work AND completion of a state-accredited four or five-year Carpentry, Electrical, or Plumbing/Mechanical Apprenticeship Program.
NOTES:
- Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education lacked on a year-for-year basis. One year of full-time experience = 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units.
- Possession of a contractor's license is NOT qualifying as a substitute for a college degree or certificate.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
NOTE:
- You must provide your own vehicle for which mileage will be reimbursed.
CERTIFICATE: A valid International Code Council (ICC) Residential Combination Inspector Certificate will be required within two years from date of hire.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
- Experience in enforcement and the methods of investigation utilized in enforcement of a variety of laws, ordinances, and codes.
- Experience enforcing state and local codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to building, substandard housing, zoning, nuisance abatement, health and safety, and related areas.
- Experience using appropriate techniques to adhere to safety, hazardous materials, and fire prevention requirements.
- Experience with zoning, researching property ownership, adopted codes and standards, landlord/tenant law, and inspection warrants.
- Experience in record keeping, report writing, and court evidence documentation.
- Experience operating computers and a variety of software and database applications (e.g., word processing).
- Experience in office procedures, methods, and equipment, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using proper English, grammar, and punctuation.
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