The Senior Building Inspector conducts routine and complex inspections of buildings and structures at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable building, accessibility, fire, electrical, energy, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, and sign codes. This position also performs plan checks of construction documents, prepares inspection reports, and issues corrective actions when necessary, while maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations on all job sites.
Under general supervision, the Senior Building Inspector provides technical assistance to the public, responds to inquiries regarding the construction process, and works collaboratively with other City departments. In addition, this role oversees inspection assignments, supervises and trains building inspectors, serves as the primary staff contact for building inspection complaints and dispute resolution, and performs related duties as assigned.
Experience And Training - Sr. Building Inspector
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible and recent work experience in building inspection and/or construction. Public sector and lead or supervisory experience is preferred.
License And Certificate
- Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.
- Possession of valid Combination Residential Inspector OR Combination Commercial Inspector, AND Plans Examiner certification from an approved agency.
Special Requirements
Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction projects. While performing the outdoor duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts around high- voltage energized electrical equipment, climbs scaffolding and ladders, works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and /or humid conditions.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walls; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift and /or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Applicants are encouraged to review the class specification for the essential duties, and knowledge and abilities required for the position.
Job PDF
SeniorBuildingInspector.pdf
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Newark’s ideal Senior Building Inspector candidate would be forward thinking, an excellent communicator, have an attention to detail, and be task oriented, focused, and outgoing with strong customer service skills. The ideal candidate would also have experience with standards of construction and should be well versed in all types of construction and occupancies. The candidate will also be a team player with the ability to work independently on their assignments.
The ideal candidate demonstrates the City’s PRIDE Values including,
Personal Service through professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the community, while using
Resourcefulness and
Innovation to adapt, problem-solve, and create value. They embrace
Diversity and promote
Engagement by fostering inclusion, collaboration, and meaningful connections.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
To be considered for this position, a completed employment application and resume must be submitted through CalOpps The most qualified candidates will be invited to interview. The selected final candidate will be required to complete a background check, including fingerprinting, and a basic physical exam.
We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-578-4267 or at hr@newarkca.gov for accommodation requests.
The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.
