Building Inspector II

4Leaf, Inc; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

4LEAF, Inc. in Dublin, CA is seeking a Building Inspector II to perform code inspections in Alameda or Santa Clara counties. Must be ICC-certified; DSA/OSHPD/CASp desirable.

Responsibilities include enforcing building codes, interpreting plans, and communicating with contractors. This is a full-time, on-the-road role. The pay range is $38.08–$47.60 per hour with benefits including health, dental, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction.
• Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
• Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new buildings and additions for code compliance.
• Explain building regulations to the public, contractors, designers, and owners with emphasis on life/safety issues.
• Identify and solve complex problems by informing developers, engineers, architects, owners, and contractors about code requirements and alternatives.
• Field questions regarding building requirements.
• Make independent analysis during the inspection process.
• Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel regarding building-related issues.
• Read and interpret various codes and apply good judgment in enforcement.
• Write clear correction notices and inspection reports.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Safety standards

Inspection techniques

Plan checking basics

Computer literacy

Tools

ICC certification

Job description

Building Inspector II

4LEAF, Inc Dublin, California, United States

About this position

Description:

About Us:

4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF) is a multi-discipline Firm providing services throughout the United States. For more than 20 years, 4LEAF has assisted clients in successfully navigating contract services leading to fiscally responsible solutions. As one of the industry’s notable providers of planning, building and safety, construction management, and fire consulting services, 4LEAF has an enviable trackrecord of completing complex projects and staffing assignments with both public and private clients. The dedication of our staff combined with our company culture have consistently allowed us to meet and exceed the needs of our clients.

Job Description:

4LEAF is seeking qualified building inspectors in Alameda County or Santa Clara County, California. Candidates must be qualified to perform technical building inspections to enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. Five years of industry experienced is preferred. Must be certified through ICC. DSA, OSHPD and CASp certifications are highly desired.

Key Duties:

• Inspection of new buildings, additions to, and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with the currently adopted editions of the International Building Code.
• Articulate complex building issues to the public, contractors, designers, and owners, with an emphasis on building regulations pertaining to life/safety issues.
• Identify and solve complex problems by conferring and providing information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives.
• Field questions regarding building requirements.
• Make independent analysis during the inspection process.
• Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel regarding building-related issues.
• The ability to read and interpret various codes and to apply good judgment in the enforcement of same.
• Write clear and complete correction notices and inspection reports and to perform other, related tasks as assigned.
• Analyze, interpret, and accurately check building plans, specifications and building codes.
• Enforce codes with good judgment and impartiality.
• Apply technical knowledge of building trades.
• Performs duties within OSHA standards.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction, including State Energy and Accessibility regulations.
• Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
• Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Candidates must:

• Maintain a healthy working relationship with contractors, builders, and the public;
• Must have excellent customer service skills including, good listening and negotiating skills;
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Must have excellent critical thinking and decision making skills;
• Must be able to kneel, crouch, and climb tall ladders;
• Must have a valid California State driver’s license.

4LEAF anticipates paying $38.08 to $47.60 per hour commensurate with experience and skill set.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Full-Time, Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• California Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

For more firm information, please visit www.4leafinc.com

4LEAF, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Information

$38.08 - $47.6Hourly Wage