Building Inspector

City of Manhattan Beach; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city team as a Building Inspector, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance in construction projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant coastal community, conducting inspections for both residential and commercial buildings. Collaborate with contractors and the public while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your expertise. With a generous benefits package and opportunities for professional growth, this role is perfect for those passionate about building safety and community development.

Benefits

Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a general building construction supervisor.
• Ability to interpret technical codes and ordinances.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings for compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Provide information to builders and the public regarding building requirements.

Skills

Building Codes Knowledge

Construction Methods

Inspection Skills

Technical Interpretation

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Building Inspection Technology Certificate

Job description

Do you have experience in conducting field inspections? Are you interested in inspecting both residential and commercial construction, and working with the general public, contractors, or developers while enjoying a breezy beautiful ocean view?Come join our team!

The City of Manhattan Beach is actively seeking for a knowledgeable Building Inspector for the Community Development Department.Under direction from higher level building inspectors, inspects buildings and structures to see that construction or alteration work is being done according to approved plans and in accordance with the provisions of building codes; and does related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is distinguished from the Senior Building Inspector class in that it works under the close supervision of a more experienced building inspector and performs inspections of limited difficulty and complexity requiring a basic knowledge of building inspection. Senior Building Inspectors perform inspections requiring highly specialized knowledge and exercise greater independence and judgment during the course of their work.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.

• Inspects buildings and similar structures that are being constructed, altered, moved, or demolished to see that work being done complies with provisions of the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related codes and ordinances.
• Determines that buildings and structures are being constructed in a safe manner in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
• Inspects the quality of materials and methods for construction for footings, foundations, excavations, concrete work, framing, lathing, plastering, masonry, and other construction phases.
• Provides information to builders, architects, and the general public regarding requirements of building codes and ordinances.
• Checks plans to assure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Keeps records of inspections made and actions taken.
• May be required to work shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.

Education/Training/Experience:

• Graduation from high school and two (2) years of experience as a general building construction supervisor OR one (1) year as an inspector in building work.
• Possession of a Building Inspection Technology certificate from an accredited institution, college or university can be substituted for the one (1) year of building inspector experience.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:

• Must have a valid California “C” driver’s license.
• Certification as an inspector by the International Code Council is required within the first two (2) years of employment.

Knowledge of:

• Pertinent building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and zoning codes and ordinances;
• Proper construction methods in building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work; and
• General Safety Orders.

Ability to:

• Understand and interpret technical codes and ordinances;
• Read and interpret building construction plans and specifications;
• Maintain records and prepare progress reports; and
• Work tactfully and effectively with other City personnel, building contractors, workers and the public.

The application filing deadline is Sunday, June 8, 2025

All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department.

The selection process will consist of the following component and weight:Oral Interview (100%).
* The oral panel interview is tentativelyscheduled on June 19, 2025.If you need special assistance in the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].

NOTE: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Benefits

The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefit package to fulll-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and many more.
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