Building Inspector II

City of Pinole; Pinole (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pinole seeks a Building Inspector II to ensure compliance with building codes and standards. This role involves conducting inspections, investigating violations, and communicating effectively with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant technical knowledge and experience in building inspection.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time building inspection experience with a public agency.
• Certification with the ICBO and/or the ICC is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Investigates violations of building and zoning laws.
• Prepares and maintains clear and concise reports.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Judgment

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Building Construction

Job description

Are you an experienced professional with a passion for ensuring safe, high-quality construction? The City of Pinole is looking for a dedicated Building Inspector II to join our team and help maintain the integrity and safety of our community’s built environment! Apply Today! Filling Deadline: 05/30/2025 Interview Date: 07/10/2025

DEFINITION
Performs a variety of routine to complex building inspections to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and State and City codes and standards; performs non-structural review of plans and specifications for compliance with uniform electrical plumbing, mechanical, energy, and building codes; investigates properties and buildings for the abatement of violations of housing, health and safety, occupancy and property codes and ordinances; detects deviations from approved plans and specifications with good judgement, fairness, tact, and impartiality; performs related work as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Building Inspector classification series is a professional classification series, fully competent to perform a variety of duties related to the performance of building inspection which include the construction, alteration and repair of private residences, commercial and industrial properties. Successful performance of the work requires the application of significant technical knowledge in a variety of code areas, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of property owners, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, business and community representatives and the public.

Building Inspector II is the journey-level classification in the Building Inspector series. This position requires the ability and considerable knowledge to perform full range of building inspection and basic plans examiner work, including the ability to evaluate and solve problems, perform the more complex tasks, and communicate effectively with the public and City staff. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Building Inspector I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, including more complex inspections (including foundations, framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, housing access, life safety and other functional elements), possession of required certifications, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative.

Positions in the Building Inspector class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the entry-level requiring additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience, which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This class receives general supervision from the Building Official in matters relating to building inspection. The Planning Manager will provide direction for any zoning issues. No direct supervision is exercised.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES. The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.Depending upon assignment, duties may include but are not limited to:

• Conducts inspections of new, existing and modifiedresidential, commercial and industrial properties in all stages of construction for conformance to codes, regulations, plans, specifications and standards related to foundations, framing, electrical, energy, mechanical, plumbing, housing, access, life safety and other functional elements.
• Performs non-structural plan check/review for completeness, accuracy and code compliance.
• Investigates violations of building and zoning laws; issues stop-work orders in response to complaints for unpermitted work, or work not conforming to plans, specifications, building codes, and ordinances; enforces codes and detect deviations from approved plans and specifications with good judgement, tact, fairness, and impartiality.
• Reviews energy calculations to ensure compliance with State codes.
• Makes final inspections and issues certificates of occupancy.
• Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, occupants, contractors and the public regarding building permit processes and code requirements and alternatives; resolves complaints and problems; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Prepare reports of inspections; resolve disagreements concerning inspections and compliances; prepare comprehensive reports and give testimony in court regarding violations.
• Prepares and maintains clear and concise reports, plan correction reports, inspection records, corrections, logs, files, correspondence, citations, and other written materials.
• Coordinates with Planning, Fire, Public Works, Police and/or outside agencies to facilitate code compliance.
• Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers and the public.
• Attends Council, commission and committee meetings as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, methods, materials, techniques, and safety standards of building construction (including building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life safety, energy, accessibility and related codes and regulations), building inspection, and structural design for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
• City occupancy, zoning, signage and related codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Construction methods, materials, tools and equipment used for current residential, commercial and industrial construction.
• Basic principles and practices of engineering; mathematical principles including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Standard plans, specifications and materials used in the construction of City infrastructure such as streets, curbs, gutters and underground lines.
• Practices for documenting inspections, correcting violations and carrying through on court procedures.
• Computer applications related to the work including mobile applications for use in the field.
• Concepts and practices of non-structural plan review.
• Techniques for providing a high level of equitable customer service by effectively serving a variety of individuals (public, vendors, contractors, and City staff) from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds in writing and orally: in person, through a virtual meeting on the computer, on the phone, and/or through electronic communication.

Skill in:

• Performing efficient and effective inspections of a wide variety of residential, commercial, industrial and City properties, buildings, facilities and infrastructure.
• Interpreting and consistently applying complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Detecting faulty materials and workmanship and determining the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied.
• Explaining codes, regulations and ordinances to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, occupants and the public.
• Investigating building code violations and respond to inquires and complaints in a fair, tactful and timely manner.
• Reviewing and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, citations and other written materials.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Learning and understanding the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Effectively using computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Organizing and prioritizing work and meeting critical deadlines.
• Using tact, initiative and independent judgment within established procedural and legal guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education and Experience:Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the relevant knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Generally, this will require:

Education: Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required. Related college course work is highly desirable. Certification with the ICBO and/or the ICC is required.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time building inspection experience with a publicagency inspecting all the major trade fields (carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing); or six (6) years of full-time responsible and relevant journey-level experience in either one of the major trade fields or in the performance of a wide variety of building trades work performed in conformance with standard building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes are required, with a preference for experience in multiple trades. Equivalent to completion of an Associate degree in Building Construction / Inspection Technology may be substituted for one (1) of the six (6) years of experience required if qualifying with non-public agency experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

In addition to the license and certificationrequiredfor the Building Inspector I, must possess and maintain a B2-CommercialBuildingInspector certificationfrom the ICC or equivalent certification under the ICBO legacy program.

Must obtain a M1-Residential Mechanical Inspector, E1-Residential Electrical Inspector, P1-Residential Plumbing Inspector from the ICC, or equivalent certification under the ICBO legacy program, within the first 18 months of appointment.

Certifications shallbe obtainedand/or maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Working Conditions:Work is performed both in an indoor environment and outdoors. May be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to inclement weather conditions, sunburn, including variable heat or cold, dust, pollen, bee stings, snake bites, scents, noise, substantial heights, wet conditions, confined spaces, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, heavy equipment operations and other construction hazards. May be required to walk on uneven terrain, near open trenches and on slippery surfaces. Inspectors may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. May be required to work various shifts on evenings, weekends, and holidays. May include travel to sites out of the City. Must be able to attend off-hours meetings or events or work occasional overtime as required.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to perform on-site field inspections including exertion of a moderate amount of physical effort to climb ladders, climb scaffolding, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, and lift in the performance of duties. Incumbents may be required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to perceive color, shapes, and forms and operate a vehicle. Requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as data entry and/or the use of general office machinery/equipment. Vision to read printed materials, plans, specifications, and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects, up to 50 pounds, as necessary to perform job functions.