Building Code Inspector

Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation; Mashantucket (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's Building Code Inspector role reports to the Regulatory Affairs Officer and the Building Code Official. The BCI inspects construction activity to assure conformance with the Mashantucket Building Code and approved project documents, and assists with plan reviews and comments.

Located on the Mashantucket Pequot reservation, the position supports the Land Use Commission and regulatory permitting.

Qualifications

• Certification as ICC Commercial or Residential Inspector is highly desired or equivalent licensure.
• Ability to review plans and advise on code compliance with Mashantucket Building Code.
• Experience recognizing hazardous situations and communicating regulations impartially.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction and renovation work for conformance with approved documents and Mashantucket Building Code.
• Assist the Building Code Official with plan reviews, comments, and code compliance advice.
• Serve as alternate for Tribe’s Land Use Commission and maintain professional relationships with contractors and the public.

Skills

Communication

Hazard recognition

Time management

Education

ICC Commercial Inspector certification

ICC Residential Inspector certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Under the direction of the Regulatory Affairs Officer and the Building Code Official (BCO), the Building Code Inspector (BCI) is responsible for inspecting construction and renovation activities to assure conformance with approved project documents and compliance with the Mashantucket Building Code. The BCI will assist the BCO with plan review, drafting of review comments, and advise the BCO on issues of building code compliance for activities such as new construction, renovation, occupation and use of facilities. The BCI serves as the BCO’s alternate for Tribe’s regulatory permitting and enforcement authority known as the Land Use Commission (jurisdiction of land use). The BCI must have the ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions; ability to communicate regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners and the general public.

Certification as an ICC Commercial or Residential Inspector (both highly desired), or an equivalent certification as building inspector by a state/tribal government enforcing similar ICC family of codes as MPTN. The ideal candidate is a person aspiring to become a certified Building Official seeking additional experience and training and on track to complete that goal within three years. The BCI must complete training consistent with the requirements specified by the U.S. Housing and Urban Development for the inspection of manufactured home installation with one year of hire. Knowledge of common OSHA requirements with the ability to recognize hazardous situations and experience utilizing personal protective equipment to mitigate risks. Experience with Microsoft Office including word and excel required.

Located on the Mashantucket Pequot reservation, this position will be filled in accordance with Tribal law.