Building Inspector

League of Minnesota Cities; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Building Inspector to join their team in Albert Lea. In this vital role, you will conduct thorough inspections and plan reviews for both commercial and residential properties, ensuring compliance with building, mechanical, and plumbing codes. Your expertise will also extend to enforcing zoning and fire safety regulations, contributing to the safety and well-being of the community. If you possess a keen eye for detail and a passion for building safety, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with the chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in building construction or as a building inspector.
• Certification as a Building Official required within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled inspections and plan reviews for commercial and residential buildings.
• Enforce building, mechanical, plumbing, and zoning codes.

Skills

Building Code Enforcement

Inspection Skills

Zoning Regulations Knowledge

Fire Safety Regulations Knowledge

Education

Building Inspection Technology Degree

Equivalent Training in Building Technology

Job description

The City of Albert Lea is accepting applications for a Building Inspector. This position will perform skilled commercial and residential inspection and plan review work enforcing building, mechanical, and plumbing codes. The role also involves inspecting and enforcing zoning codes, fire codes, fire safety regulations, shoreline management ordinances, and land-use regulations.

Qualifications:

1. Three years of work experience in a building construction trade or as an inspector enforcing the building code, or a two-year Building Inspection Technology degree (or equivalent training and experience in building technology).
2. One year of experience in residential building inspection can substitute for two years of construction experience.

Requirements:

• Must become certified as a Building Official within 18 months of hire and maintain certification thereafter.
• Must possess and maintain a valid MN driver’s license.

Further information is available on the City’s website at www.cityofalbertlea.org