Come work by the ocean for the beautiful City of Redondo Beach as our next Building Inspector!
The Building Inspector works as an integral member of the team in our
Building and Safety Division of the City's Community Development Department.We are accepting applications continuously. First application review begins September 13, 2024. All applicants must attach a current resume. Prompt application is encouraged! The listed tasks are essential for this position and may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Advises on standard construction methods and requirements.
- Inspects buildings and similar structures at various stages of construction that are being constructed, altered, repaired, moved, or demolished to see that work being done complies with provisions of the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related codes and ordinances.
- Determines that buildings and structures are being constructed in a safe manner in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
- Inspects materials and methods for construction for footings, foundations, excavations, concrete work, framing, lathing, plastering, masonry, and other construction phases, for compliance with applicable regulations.
- Reviews plans and specifications after permit issuance to assure compliance with applicable regulations during construction.
- Provides information to builders, architects, and the general public regarding requirements of building codes and ordinances with a constructive, cooperative, positive, professional attitude and demeanor in a problem-solving process.
- Keeps records of inspections made and actions taken.
- Delivers outstanding internal and external customer service while solving problems and proactively creating sustainable solutions.
- Conducts duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive, professional attitude and demeanor.
- Supports the City's mission, goals, policies and objectives.
- Supports the City's corporate values of: Openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; outstanding customer service; teamwork; excellence; and fiscal and environmental responsibility.
- Performs other related duties as required.
CLASSIFICATIONThe position is covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is a member of the Classified Service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: California State Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Codes, State housing laws enforceable by the City, zoning ordinances, and State and County health codes as related to construction.
Ability to: Perform building inspections with speed and accuracy; read, comprehend and interpret building construction plans, specifications, and building codes; verify compliance with applicable regulations; work safely; prepare reports and maintain records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and operate a motor vehicle by maintaining an active California Driver License.
The position requires computer literacy with knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office; the ability to communicate using email programs; and an understanding of and adherence to City policies for information technology.
The position's expected competencies are sound decision-making skills; critical thinking ability; problem solving and innovation skills; drive for results; analytic skills; interpersonal, customer service and diplomatic skills; ethical conduct; and proven top performances.
Required Education/Training/Experience:
- Graduation from high school or the equivalent is required.
- Four years of full-time paid experience in building trades, enforcing building codes, and/or experience with the public interpreting building codes is required.
Required Licenses and/or Certifications:
- Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License at all times.
- Certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and/or Residential Building Inspector by the International Code Council is required within one year of appointment to the position.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position requires meeting the physical employment standards for the classification including but not limited to:
- Travel to various jobsites, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
- Frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, crawl, stoop, and climb ladders to perform adequate inspections.
- Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include but is not limited to: Application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process, such as: reference check, background investigation, fingerprint criminal history check, post-offer drug test, post-offer psychological and post-offer medical examination, the cost of which will be borne by the City.
Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Incomplete applications, including references to "see resume", are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.
The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.
Qualified Military Veterans are given an additional five points to a passing score for both open- competitive and promotional recruitments.