Building Inspector: Codes, Compliance & Safety

City of Lansing, Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday leave

Professional growth opportunities

Educational opportunities

Job summary

The City of Lansing is seeking a Building Inspector to join the Building Safety division. The role conducts inspections to ensure compliance with building, grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans.

The position requires ICC registrations within defined timelines and a valid driver’s license. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma/GED and extensive experience in general building construction.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum eligibility requirements for registration as Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer.
• Must obtain B1 ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification and B2 ICC Commercial Building Inspector Certification within the first year.
• Must obtain a B3 ICC Building Plan Examiner Certification within two years.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six years of experience in general building construction as a contractor, skilled worker, a person in charge of construction, or a combination thereof.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings during and after construction to ensure compliance with building, grading, zoning and safety laws and with approved plans, specifications and standards.
• Observes conditions and issues notices for corrections to those responsible for conformance.
• Interprets legal requirements and recommends compliance procedures to contractors and owners.
• Maintains inspection records and prepares reports for use by administrative or judicial authorities.
• Assists in conducting plan reviews to ensure conformance to codes.
• Provides interpretation and enforcement of the Building Code and Barrier Free Design Requirements.
• Prepares reports, collects data, and recommends structural code amendments.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Plan review understanding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lansing is seeking a Building Inspector to join the Building Safety division. The role conducts inspections to ensure compliance with building, grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans.

The position requires ICC registrations within defined timelines and a valid driver’s license. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma/GED and extensive experience in general building construction.