Building Inspector

Willdan Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employee Discount Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Willdan Group, Inc. in San Fernando, CA is seeking an ICC-Certified Building Inspector to perform inspections of commercial, residential, and industrial properties throughout construction and post-construction phases.

The role requires ICC Certification (Commercial and Residential), a valid CA Class C license, and at least 3 years of municipal building inspection experience. Willdan offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• ICC Certification (Commercial and Residential).
• Valid CA Class C Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with jurisdictions as a Building Inspector.
• Municipal experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure compliance with safety and building codes.
• Issue violation notices, stop-work orders, and permits for construction.
• Document results of inspections and communicate findings clearly.
• Coordinate with other field inspectors and assist on additional inspections as needed.
• Provide training and mentoring to current inspectors and assist in staff development.

Skills

ICC Certification

Building Inspector experience

CA Driver's license

Job description

Why Willdan

Willdan is a Municipal Services Firm that has provided superior engineering, planning, building, and many other consulting services to government agencies for more than 60 years.

The future is now, Willdan is "Envisioning the Future" of Building & Safety through our work with cities, buildings, and transportation. Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., has an opening for a Full-time or Part-time ICC-Certified Building Inspector in San Fernando, CA. The Building Inspector will be responsible for inspecting commercial, residential, and industrial properties during and after construction.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure that the building and construction site complies with safety, structural, and building code regulations.
• Issue violation notices, stop‑work orders, and permits for construction.
• Documents results of inspections.
• Effectively communicate findings to homeowners and contractors.
• Coordinate with and assist other field inspectors. Pick up extra inspections as needed.
• Explain and clarify code related problems with contractor field personnel.
• Communicate and uphold standards consistently.
• Conduct building damage assessment inspections.
• Invest time in continued education.
• Provide training and mentoring to current inspectors, coordinate and assist in selection and training of new staff.
• Follow up on phone calls and compliance issues.
• Handle customer service issues for walk‑ins that need clarification on code‑related issues.
• Serve as a resource for inspectors in the field.
• Interpret and apply standards and regulations for Building, Electrical, Elevator, Mechanical, and Plumbing.
• Conduct ride‑along with field inspectors to provide ongoing supervision and feedback regarding job performance and consistency on field calls.
• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of inspections; incorporate new developments appropriately into programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• International Code Council (ICC) Certification (Commercial and Residential).
• Valid CA Class C Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with jurisdictions as a Building Inspector.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Municipal experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Discount Program
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Amazing opportunities for career growth and development

EEO Non‑Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.