The City of San Ramon is seeking Building Inspectors to join our team!
Building inspectors, under general supervision, perform either non-structural plan check and inspection of new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial structures or of City capital improvement projects to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations, including inspecting projects and materials, preparing daily reports, coordinating departmental activities with contractors and utility companies. The inspectors perform code enforcement through issuance of warning notices, stop work orders and correction notices and administers fines for violations; and related work as required.
Inspectors receive general supervision from the Supervising Inspector, Division Manager, or the Chief Building Official and exercise no supervision of staff.
This is the journey-level in the Inspector classification series and incumbents are assigned to the Building and Safety Services Division, where they primarily inspect residential buildings and developments. Depending upon the needs of the City and the qualifications of incumbents, incumbents may promote from this class to the higher advanced-journey level class of Senior Inspector. This class is distinguished from the Senior Inspector in that the latter has responsibility for more complex inspections requiring a higher level of certification and/or experience and the use of considerable independent judgment and initiative.
Typical Duties
- Inspects properties and materials for compliance with plans, specifications and codes including both new and existing structures.
- Responds to questions and complaints regarding codes and regulations, inspection schedules, inspection results and code compliance requirements.
- Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors and others regarding code requirements and alternatives; resolves complaints and problems.
- Maintains construction/building inspection files and logs; prepares reports, correspondence and requests for progress payments.
- Writes citations or stops work in progress, depending upon the nature of the infraction; documents actions and testifies in court as required.
- Reviews requests for building permits; approves permits and determines appropriate fees.
- Inspects new and existing residential properties for conformance to codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards related to foundations, framing, electrical, plumbing, access, life safety, energy compliance and other functional elements; may inspect commercial and industrial projects on a training or as needed basis.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Knowledge of:
Construction methods, materials, tools and equipment used for residential, commercial, and industrial projects or for City capital improvement projects. Principles, practices, methods, materials, techniques, and safety standards of building construction, building inspection, and structural design for residential and commercial buildings and City capital improvement projects. Building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life safety, energy, and related codes. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures governing the construction of assigned projects. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of building inspection and construction. Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including safe driving rules and practices. Mathematical principles including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Record keeping principles and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, and departmental policies governing the construction and inspection of buildings. Review, understand, interpret, and analyze construction blueprints, plans, specifications, architect and engineering drawings, and maps for conformance with City standards and policies. Detect faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied. Coordinate and deal with contractors and property owners, as well as investigate building code violations and respond to inquiries and complaints in a fair, tactful, and timely manner. Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, and other written materials; maintain accurate and precise records. Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with other departments, public and private organizations, and individuals. Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written and electronic records of work performed using modern technology. Make accurate mathematic computations. Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the work. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: EducationEquivalent to completion of high school
AND
ExperienceTwo (2) years of either construction or building inspection experience, depending upon assignment
Licenses and Certifications- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
- For specified positions in the Building and Safety Services Division, must possess an ICC Certificate as a Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical Inspector.
Interested individuals must apply online include a comprehensive resume. The most qualified candidates, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to an
oral board interview tentatively scheduled for late - May, 2026. The eligibility list will be established from the interview process. Individuals on the eligibility list may be asked to participate in a second round of interviews based on specific individual qualifications and the City's needs. The eligibility list will remain in effect for one (1) year for potential future vacancies.
The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at
hr@sanramon.ca.gov.
