Building Inspector

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carson City is seeking a full-time Building Inspector to inspect residential and non-residential buildings through all construction stages, ensuring compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and safety codes. The role involves plan reviews, issuing violation notices, and coordinating inspections with other City departments.

Requires two years of college in construction or an apprenticeship with journey-level experience; a valid driver’s license and relevant ICC certifications

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework in construction or related field, or completion of an apprenticeship; plus two years journey-level experience.
• Two years of journey-level experience in a trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license and relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and non-residential buildings for code compliance.
• Perform safety and structural evaluations after disasters or complaints.
• Review plans, interpretations of codes, and issue notices of violations.
• Coordinate inspections with City departments and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and prepare reports.

Skills

Building inspection

Code enforcement

Plan review

Public safety

Communication

Education

Two years college in construction

Apprenticeship in a trade

Job description

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position located in Carson City, Nevada. Under limited supervision, responsible for performing the inspections of residential and non-residential buildings and structures in all stages of construction, alteration, and repair to ensure compliance with applicable State and local regulations/codes; enforces building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and safety codes, laws, regulations and standards and any other codes adopted in Carson City Municipal Code Title 15.

Salary Ranges

Employer-Paid PERS: $26.9797 - $37.7717 hourly / $56,117.88 - $78,5654.24 annually

Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $32.5480 - $45.5671 hourly / $67,699.84 - $94,779.62 annually

To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here (Download PDF reader).

This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: click here.

Duties

• Inspects residential and non-residential building construction, alterations, repairs and demolitions; ensures compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Performs safety and structural evaluations of buildings following disasters and complaints.
• Notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; issues notices of code violations and/or may confer with the Building Official on more serious problems and disagreements.
• Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments, public and private agencies.
• Performs safety and structural evaluations of buildings in regard to disasters and complaints; responds to requests for information; provides technical information to City staff as required; provides assistance to the public.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects; interprets City codes, notices of violation, occupancy certificates, and work stop orders.
• Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, City staff, business owners and the general public regarding assigned inspections.
• Performs code enforcement of the codes enforced by the Community and Economic Development Department .
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of inspections, actions taken and regulatory efforts; prepares written reports and correspondence and issues notices to correct code violations.
• Performs public counter duties as assigned.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods and materials; updates code knowledge through regular training sessions.
• Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Education and Experience

Two (2) years of college course work in construction, pre-engineering, or a field related to the work, OR completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a recognized trade; AND two (2) years of journey-level experience a trade; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid International Code Council (ICC) in Residential and/or Commercial Building Inspection (combination, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical) highly desirable.
• Occupational Health & Safety Training certification or able to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices codes and regulations related to building inspection.
• Procedures for documenting inspections, correcting violations and carrying through on court procedures as required.
• Concepts, materials and terminology related to building construction.
• Applicable codes and regulations.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Business and engineering mathematics.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone.

Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying appropriate methods, practices, procedures, codes and regulations to building inspection.
• Interpreting construction plans, specifications and related documents.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Organizing, prioritizing and coordinating work activities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Performing residential and commercial inspections
• Documentation of inspections and follow through in code violation procedures.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex policies, codes and regulations.
• Setting priorities, coordinating multiple activities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; agility to traverse various terrains and construction sites; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; ability to operate a motor vehicle and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

2. Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.

3. Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.

4. New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation and a drug screen. The fee associated with the background check and drug test must be paid for by the employee prior to beginning employment. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.

5. Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.uscis.gov.

Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.