Building Inspector



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Building Inspector

This listing closes on 5/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

City of Fridley

Salary

$35.98 - $45.16 Hourly

Location

Fridley, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

25019

Department

Community Development

Opening Date

05/05/2025

Closing Date

5/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Building Inspector performs plan reviews and building inspections to ensure buildings and structures located with the City of Fridley are in compliance with all applicable ordinances, laws, and policies.

Expected hiring range: $35.98 - $38.39

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  1. Performs building inspection activities and plan reviews including structural, mechanical, plumbing and related inspections ensuring compliance with the state building code, federal and state laws, and municipal ordinances.

a.Reviews construction plans and confers with owners, developers, designers and contractors during planning stages of design and construction.

b.Performs physical inspections of buildings.

c.Issues citations for code violations and stop work orders and follow-up resolutions.

  1. Coordinates the building permit application process.
  2. Participates in Development Review Committee meetings.
  3. Prepares and recommends revisions to ordinances regarding building inspection activities.
  4. Participates in administration of platting ordinances, zoning enforcement, and municipal licensing laws.
  5. Provides positive customer service and responds to requests for information and service from the public, staff, outside agencies, businesses, realters, etc.
  6. Attends meetings and trainings and maintains certifications.
  7. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. High School diploma or equivalent.
  2. Associate’s/Technical Degree in building construction, building inspection technology, structural engineering or related field; and
  3. Two years’ relevant work experience; OR
  4. Equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
  5. Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
  6. Ability to obtain Minnesota Certified Building Code Official state license within one year of hire.


Desired Qualifications:

  1. Experience in municipal building inspection.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  1. Knowledge of State building, planning and housing codes and the ability to interpret those codes.
  2. Knowledge of municipal zoning and land use ordinances.
  3. Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, techniques, materials and tools used in building construction.
  4. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans and diagrams and using computer programs.
  5. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
  6. Ability to deal tactfully and positively with the general public, owners with code violations, elected officials, businesses, outside agencies, and City staff. 
  7. Ability to work independently and prioritize work. 
  8. Ability to work collaboratively, cooperatively, and positively in a team environment. 
  9. Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved.
  10. Ability to apply a variety of procedures, policies and precedents using moderate analytical ability.


EEO/ADAAA

The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation.


The City of Fridley offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our Culture and Benefits here.

01
Have you completed advanced coursework or professional training or certification relating to inspections (housing, code enforcement, building, etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you able to operate technology, mobile devices, and applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) efficiently in the office or in the field?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Please describe your experience with reviewing, processing, and issuing permits or licenses. Please include the types of permits you have worked with. If none, indicate N/a
04
Please describe any experience you have working with building codes, zoning regulations, or other construction-related regulations. If none, indicate N/A
05
Do you have experience working with permit or licensing software systems? Please list any software programs you have used. If none, indicate N/A.
06
Please describe your experience providing customer service in a government, construction, or regulatory setting. What types of customers did you assist, and what services did you provide?
07
Please describe your experience with reading and interpreting blueprints, plans and diagrams. If none, indicate N/A.
08
Do you have experience as a municipal building inspector? If yes, please list which municipality. If no, indicate N/A
09
Do you have an associates or technical degree in building construction, building inspection technology, structural engineering or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Describe your experience working with the Minnesota State Building Code or other state/local codes. If none, indicate N/A
11
Are you currently certified as a Minnesota Building Code Official, or are you able to obtain certification within one year of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Do you have any current state licenses in any of these construction related fields?
  • None
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Residential General Contractor
  • Other
13
Please list any construction trade field experience you have (drywall, roofing, electrical, plumbing, etc.). If none, indicate N/A

* Required Question

Employer
City of Fridley
Phone
763-572-3502
Website
http://fridleymn.gov/
Address
7071 University Ave NE

Fridley, Minnesota, 55432

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