Building Inspector

Metrokcicc; Gladstone (MO); On-site; USD 27,304 - 43,587; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Gladstone is seeking a Building Inspector to ensure compliance with building codes and standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction or inspections and certifications from the International Code Council. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment and requires strong customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to conduct thorough inspections. Starting pay ranges from $19.82 to $31.64 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial/residential construction and/or inspections.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to maintain relationships with the public and contractors.
• Capability to safely perform physical inspections.
• Working knowledge of building codes preferred.
• Previous experience as a municipal inspector is a plus.
• International Code Council certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex inspections for various building codes.
• Review plans and process permit applications.
• Advise the public on construction and code requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to building staff.

Skills

Customer service focus

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Ability to maintain working relationships

Job description

The City of Gladstone is seeking a positive and multi-faceted individual for the position of Building Inspector; to be part of an excellent culture in the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate will collaborate with an excellent team striving to make Gladstone a great place to live, work, and play.

Starting pay $19.82 – $31.64 per hour, DOQ;

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible. Work schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Candidate should have experience in residential and commercial construction and/or inspections. The ability to examine architectural, civil, and structural plans and specifications ensuring that all building and related codes, policies, and ordinances are effectively and equitably enforced and administered is essential to the position. Candidates should have an International Code Council residential or commercial building inspector’s certification. They should be a problem-solver who keeps customer service at the forefront.

Primary duties include: performing varied complex inspection work in the enforcement of building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, accessibility, safety, and related codes and regulations governing construction, alterations, repair, and use of buildings and structures; and performs related duties as required. Other representative duties include reviewing plans, processing permits applications, advising the public and design community on matters relating to construction and other code requirements; provide technical assistance to the building staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial/residential construction and/or inspections

• Valid driver’s license

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, architects, and other employees

• Must be capable of safely performing physical actions necessary to conduct inspections at, above, or below ground level of construction sites

• Must be able to perform all essential position functions under the working conditions described

• Working knowledge of building codes, a plus

• Previous experience as a municipal inspector, a plus

• International Code Council certifications, a plus