Building Inspector

Job Description

Building Inspector (255)

Education and Experience

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and at least one of the following experience or training patterns: three (3) years experience as a journey level carpenter; two (2) years experience as a building inspector in a municipal or county inspection jurisdiction; two (2) years experience as a journey level carpenter plus completion of the State Apprenticeship Program; one (1) year experience as a journey level carpenter and one (1) year experience as a building inspector in a municipal or county inspection jurisdiction; or status and license as a
B-1 contractor in the State of California for a minimum of two (2) years.

License and Certification

Possession of a valid California driver's license. International Conference of Building Officials' Certification as a Building Inspector and/or Plans Examiner is desirable.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a technical classification in the classified service responsible for performing specialized work in the review of plans and specifications and inspection of buildings and structures for compliance with regulations and codes affecting and/or administered by the Inspection Division.

Typical Duties

Checks construction plans and specifications for compliance with City, State, and related regulations; inspects buildings and structures to ensure compliance with Local and State Building Codes; Local Zoning Ordinance, approved plans and related regulations; provides verbal and written information to plan designers, builders and the general public regarding applicable building regulations; investigates complaints and possible violations; issues discrepancy or stop work orders; prepares material for violation follow-up; issues permits regulated by the Uniform Administrative Code and other codes or ordinances administered through the Inspection Division; and does related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the construction trade, tools, materials and standard practices involved in building construction and repair work; some knowledge of the Uniform Building Code; good ability to detect the presence of defects and faults in building installations and require corrective measures; good ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications; good ability to deal tactfully and courteously with individuals in the design profession, contractors and the general public; good ability to perform arithmetic computations; satisfactory ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision of the Building Official or Senior Building Inspector as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

Assists in the training of new personnel or other inspectors as assigned.

Approved, December 1980