Building Inspector

Willdan Group, Inc.; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Willdan Group, Inc. is seeking an ICC-Certified Building Inspector in Norwalk, CA. Inspect commercial, residential, and industrial properties to ensure compliance with safety and building code regulations.

Responsibilities include issuing permits, documenting results, and communicating findings to homeowners and contractors. The role involves coordinating with other inspectors and providing training and guidance to staff, with ongoing education as part of the job.

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.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and up to 25 pounds on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure code compliance.
• Issue notices, stop-work orders, and permits as required.
• Document inspection results and communicate findings clearly.
• Coordinate with other field inspectors and assist as needed.
• Provide training and mentoring to current inspectors and participate in staff development.
• Follow up on code-related questions and accessibility when addressing customers.

Skills

ICC Certification

CA Driver's License

Building Inspector experience

Job description

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 an ICC-Certified Building Inspector in Norwalk, 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.
• Document 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

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